Chicken Smothered In Okra Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Smothered In Okra Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken breasts; 1/2 cup flour; 1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 3 tablespoons oil; 1/2 cup onion, chopped; 1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped; 1/2 cup celery, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 1/2 cups frozen sliced okra; 1 (14 ounce) can cajun-style stewed tomatoes; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (add more according to taste)

Servings: persons

4 chicken breasts
1/2 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons oil
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups frozen sliced okra
1 (14 ounce) can cajun-style stewed tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (add more according to taste)

1
Mix together the flour, seasoning salt and pepper.
2
Coat the chicken on both sides.
3
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat, add chicken and cook about 15 minutes, turning to brown both sides.
4
Remove chicken and set aside.
5
Add the onion, green pepper and celery; cook for 4 to 6 minutes.
6
Stir in the garlic, okra, tomatoes, thyme, parsley and pepper sauce.
7
Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over the chicken.
8
Cover and cook over medium heat until chicken is done - about 20 minutes.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken breasts, 1/2 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and more.

Yes, Chicken Smothered In Okra Tomato Sauce 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 Smothered In Okra Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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