Quicker Chicken And Okra Gumbo Recipe

Name: Quicker Chicken And Okra Gumbo Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large onion, roughly chopped (about 1 1/2 cups); 1 green bell pepper, roughly chopped (about 1 cup); 1 red bell pepper, roughly chopped (about 1 cup); 1 large stalk celery, roughly chopped (about 3/4 cup); 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 3/4 cup (3 3/4 ounces) all-purpose flour; 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes; 3 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning; 1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika; 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 3 cups homemade or store-bought low sodium chicken broth; 12 ounces (1 can) ale (or substitute more low sodium chicken broth); 8 ounces fresh okra, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless, chicken thighs, trimmed of visible fat and cut into 2-inch pieces; 2 green onions, chopped; 4 to 6 cups cooked rice to serve on the side; hot sauce to serve on the side

Servings: persons

1 large onion, roughly chopped (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 green bell pepper, roughly chopped (about 1 cup)
1 red bell pepper, roughly chopped (about 1 cup)
1 large stalk celery, roughly chopped (about 3/4 cup)
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
3/4 cup (3 3/4 ounces) all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into cubes
3 medium cloves garlic, minced (about 1 tablespoon)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 cups homemade or store-bought low sodium chicken broth
12 ounces (1 can) ale (or substitute more low sodium chicken broth)
8 ounces fresh okra, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless, chicken thighs, trimmed of visible fat and cut into 2-inch pieces
2 green onions, chopped
4 to 6 cups cooked rice to serve on the side
hot sauce to serve on the side

1
Pulse onion, peppers, and celery in food processor until coarse chopped (don't puree). Add oil to Dutch oven and heat over medium heat until shimmering. Add chopped vegetables, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened and are beginning to turn golden, 12 to 15 minutes.
2
While the vegetables are cooking, make the roux: Place flour and butter in microwave-safe measuring cup. Heat on high power until butter is just melted, about 1 minute. Stir to combine and continue to microwave, stirring every minute, until roux is a uniform color of deep milk chocolate, 8 to 10 minutes (see note); set aside.
3
When vegetables have cooked, stir in garlic, tomato paste, cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in roux.
4
Slowly stir in chicken broth and beer until mixture has thickened. Stir in okra, chicken, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and bring to simmer. Cover and simmer (adjusting heat if necessary) until okra is softened and chicken is tender, about 20 minutes. Season to taste, serve with rice, season with hot sauce, and garnish with green onions.

1437

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

112

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large onion, roughly chopped (about 1 1/2 cups), 1 green bell pepper, roughly chopped (about 1 cup), 1 red bell pepper, roughly chopped (about 1 cup), 1 large stalk celery, roughly chopped (about 3/4 cup), and more.

Yes, Quicker Chicken And Okra 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!