Gumbo Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. or 6 pieces chicken; 1 c. water; 1 Tbsp. onion flakes; 1 bay leaf; 1 tsp. salt; 2 Tbsp. oil; 3 medium onions, chopped; 1 c. celery, chopped; 1 c. rice; 1 medium green pepper, diced; 3 c. tomatoes; 2 tsp. parsley, chopped; 1/2 tsp. thyme; 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper; 1 clove garlic; 1 c. broth; 2 c. okra, sliced; 1 tsp. file powder (optional)

Servings: persons

2 lb. or 6 pieces chicken
1 c. water
1 Tbsp. onion flakes
1 bay leaf
1 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. oil
3 medium onions, chopped
1 c. celery, chopped
1 c. rice
1 medium green pepper, diced
3 c. tomatoes
2 tsp. parsley, chopped
1/2 tsp. thyme
1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 clove garlic
1 c. broth
2 c. okra, sliced
1 tsp. file powder (optional)

1
Simmer chicken, water, onion flakes, bay leaf and salt until tender.
2
Remove meat from bone; skim fat from broth and reserve. Saute onion, celery and green pepper in oil; about 5 minutes without browning.
3
Add tomatoes, parsley, thyme, cayenne pepper, garlic and broth to onion mixture and simmer for 20 minutes.
4
Add okra and chicken and simmer 20 minutes longer.
5
Remove from heat and stir in file powder just before serving.
6
Cook rice according to package.
7
Serve in bowl over 1/3 cup hot cooked rice.
8
Yields 8 servings.

737

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Carbs

Protein

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. or 6 pieces chicken, 1 c. water, 1 Tbsp. onion flakes, 1 bay leaf, and more.

Yes, Gumbo falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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