Louisiana Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Name: Louisiana Chicken Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 chicken (hen preferable); 6 level Tbsp. shortening; 1/2 c. flour; 1/2 c. chopped onions; 3 qt. cold water; 1 Tbsp. salt (or more if needed); 1/4 tsp. each black and red pepper; 1/2 c. green onion tops; 1/3 c. bell pepper; 1/2 c. celery (celery may be omitted); 2 tsp. gumbo file

Servings: persons

1
Clean and cut up chicken.
2
Make a roux by browning flour with shortening, stirring constantly.
3
Add chopped onions and cook 3 to 5 minutes longer, or you can add onions later after you have added water.
4
Add cold water a little at a time, making thick paste. Keep adding water to thin, using skillet to brown flour.
5
Now change to larger pot and pour thick mixture into pan.
6
Drop in chicken with salt and pepper.
7
Add sufficient water to boil 1 hour or until meat is tender, having 3-quarts of liquid when cooked. Add onion tops, parsley, bell pepper and celery.
8
Cook 15 minutes longer.
9
Turn off fire; add gumbo file.
10
Stir well.
11
Serve over cooked rice.

186

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 chicken (hen preferable), 6 level Tbsp. shortening, 1/2 c. flour, 1/2 c. chopped onions, and more.

Yes, Louisiana Chicken 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!

Louisiana Chicken Gumbo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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