Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Name: Chicken Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 stalks celery, chopped; 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; One 10-ounce package frozen sliced okra, thawed (about 1 1/2 cups sliced); 2 links andouille sausage or any seasoned cooked sausage, such as chorizo (2 to 3 ounces), diced; 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth; 2 cups tomato juice

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 1/4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
One 10-ounce package frozen sliced okra, thawed (about 1 1/2 cups sliced)
2 links andouille sausage or any seasoned cooked sausage, such as chorizo (2 to 3 ounces), diced
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups tomato juice

1
Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes.
3
Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the thyme, oregano, salt, bay leaves, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard, cayenne, and black pepper and stir to coat.
5
Cook for 1 minute, until the spices are fragrant.
6
Add the okra, sausage, broth, and tomato juice and bring to a simmer.
7
Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
8
Remove the bay leaves before serving.

718

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 stalks celery, chopped, 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Gumbo

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Variations & substitutions

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