Chicken & Sausage Gumbo Recipe

Name: Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 1 lb sausage, any flavor you prefer (I used a pork or venison sausage); ¼ cup cooking oil; 2 -3 tablespoons flour; 2 large chicken bouillon cubes; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 bell peppers, chopped; 4 stalks celery, chopped; 1 lb frozen okra; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 bay leaves; 2 teaspoons jalapeno seasoning salt; 2 tablespoons gumbo file; 2 -3 teaspoons garlic salt; 3 teaspoons creole seasoning; water, to cover

Servings: persons

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 lb sausage, any flavor you prefer (I used a pork or venison sausage)
¼ cup cooking oil
2 -3 tablespoons flour
2 large chicken bouillon cubes
1 large onion, chopped
2 bell peppers, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
1 lb frozen okra
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 bay leaves
2 teaspoons jalapeno seasoning salt
2 tablespoons gumbo file
2 -3 teaspoons garlic salt
3 teaspoons creole seasoning
water, to cover

1
In a large saucepan, cook the onion, celery, and peppers.
2
Remove veggies from saucepan and add oil.
3
Heat the oil and then add the flour.
4
Brown the flour, making a roux.
5
You will need to cook this until it becomes a coppery color (like a penny), stirring constantly so it doesn't burn.
6
In large stockpot, cook the chicken and sausage.
7
Once that is cooked, add the veggies, including the okra and tomatoes.
8
Add all remaining ingredients.
9
Next add the roux (cooked oil/flour mixture).
10
Let soup cook on low for about 3 hours.
11
You really need to cook this soup a long time because it really enhances the flavors.

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 1 lb sausage, any flavor you prefer (I used a pork or venison sausage), ¼ cup cooking oil, 2 -3 tablespoons flour, and more.

Yes, Chicken & Sausage 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 & Sausage Gumbo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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