Chicken File Gumbo

Name: Chicken File Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. chicken; 24 oysters (or shrimp); 3 sprigs parsley, minced; 2 qt. hot water; cayenne pepper; 2 Tbsp. cooking oil; 2 Tbsp. flour; 1/2 onion, minced; 2 Tbsp. file; salt and black pepper, to taste

Eats Now Editorial Team · 661 kcal · Meat & Poultry

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Chicken File Gumbo – a delicious recipe with chicken, oysters, parsley, water, cayenne pepper, cooking oil. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

Servings: persons

3 lb. chicken
24 oysters (or shrimp)
3 sprigs parsley, minced
2 qt. hot water
cayenne pepper
2 Tbsp. cooking oil
2 Tbsp. flour
1/2 onion, minced
2 Tbsp. file
salt and black pepper, to taste

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Cut chicken in pieces; wash and wipe dry. Season well with salt and pepper; brown in hot cooking oil. Remove chicken; sift flour into hot oil and brown. Add onion and cook for 2 minutes. Add chicken, hot water, and a few grains of cayenne pepper; simmer until chicken is tender. Add oyster or shrimp and parsley; simmer 20 minutes. Remove from heat and serve with steamed rice.

661

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

106

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. chicken, 24 oysters (or shrimp), 3 sprigs parsley, minced, 2 qt. hot water, and more.

Yes, Chicken File Gumbo falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
661 kcal
Category
Meat & Poultry

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