Gumbo Cookoff Winner - Chicken And Sausage Gumbo

Name: Gumbo Cookoff Winner - Chicken And Sausage Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 lbs whole chickens; 2 whole cloves; 1 carrot, peeled and sliced; 4 -8 sprigs fresh parsley; 1 bay leaf; 1 large onion, sliced; 1 celery rib; 1/2 cup white wine; 6 -8 black peppercorns; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 1/2 lbs fresh okra, chopped; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 medium sized yellow onions, chopped; 2 small green bell peppers, chopped; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large tomatoes, chopped; 1 (28 ounce) can diced Italian-style tomatoes, undrained; 1 1/2 lbs cooked smoked sausage, sliced in 1/3-inch pieces; 1 1/2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme; 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons file powder

Servings: persons

4 1/2 lbs whole chickens
2 whole cloves
1 carrot, peeled and sliced
4 -8 sprigs fresh parsley
1 bay leaf
1 large onion, sliced
1 celery rib
1/2 cup white wine
6 -8 black peppercorns
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs fresh okra, chopped
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 medium sized yellow onions, chopped
2 small green bell peppers, chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1 (28 ounce) can diced Italian-style tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 lbs cooked smoked sausage, sliced in 1/3-inch pieces
1 1/2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons file powder

1
Place chicken and next 10 ingredients in large stockpot and cover with water (approx. 1 gallon) and bring to a boil.
2
Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is tender (approx. 1 hour).
3
Using tongs, remove chicken to a strainer and cool.
4
Strain chicken stock into a large container (discard whatever the strainer catches). Save stock for use in gumbo later.
5
Remove meat from bones in pieces and reserve to add to gumbo later.
6
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in heavy skillet over medium heat.
7
Add okra to skillet and cook until no longer sticky, stirring frequently (about 20 minutes), then set aside to add to gumbo later.
8
Stir flour and 1/3 cup vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Stir frequently until it becomes a deep, golden brown roux (approx, 30 minutes). It should appear to be the color of peanut butter.
9
Add the chopped yellow onions, bell peppers, celery and garlic to the roux and stir until soft.
10
Add 4 cups of the reserved chicken stock and okra, tomatoes, sausage, and all herbs/spices except for file powder. Cover partially and simmer until thickened (approx. 1.5 hours).
11
Spoon off any fat from surface of gumbo.
12
Add chicken and file powder and simmer 15 more minutes.
13
Serve in bowls over steamed white rice.

1445

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

173

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

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 29 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 1/2 lbs whole chickens, 2 whole cloves, 1 carrot, peeled and sliced, 4 -8 sprigs fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Gumbo Cookoff Winner - Chicken And 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!