Easy Chicken Gumbo Recipe Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken Gumbo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/3 cup all-purpose flour; 1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into thin strips; 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into thin strips; 1 medium white onion, medium dice; 4 medium garlic cloves, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; Kosher salt; 4 cups water; 1 (10-ounce) package frozen cut okra; 8 ounces andouille sausage, cut on the bias into 1/2-inch-thick slices; 1 roasted chicken or store-bought rotisserie bird, meat removed and shredded by hand (about 4 cups); Freshly ground black pepper; 2 green onions, trimmed and sliced, for garnishing; Cornbread, for serving

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into thin strips
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into thin strips
1 medium white onion, medium dice
4 medium garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Kosher salt
4 cups water
1 (10-ounce) package frozen cut okra
8 ounces andouille sausage, cut on the bias into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1 roasted chicken or store-bought rotisserie bird, meat removed and shredded by hand (about 4 cups)
Freshly ground black pepper
2 green onions, trimmed and sliced, for garnishing
Cornbread, for serving

1
Heat the oil in a large, shallow, heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
2
Add the flour and cook, whisking constantly, until this mixture (called a roux) is smooth and turns a medium gold in color, about 5 to 7 minutes.
3
Raise the heat to medium and stir in the bell peppers, onion, garlic, and oregano.
4
Season with a big pinch of salt.
5
Cook, stirring from time to time, until the peppers have softened, about 10 to 12 minutes.
6
Add the water, okra, and sausage and raise the heat to medium-high.
7
Bring to a boil, stir in the shredded chicken, and season with black pepper.
8
Warm the chicken thoroughly, about 2 minutes.
9
Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
10
Ladle into warmed bowls, sprinkle with the green onions, and serve with cornbread.

340

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1/3 cup all-purpose flour, 1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into thin strips, 1 medium yellow bell pepper, cored, seeded, and cut into thin strips, and more.

Yes, Easy Chicken Gumbo Recipe 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.

Easy Chicken Gumbo Recipe

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