Shrimp Or Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Name: Shrimp Or Chicken Gumbo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 boneless chicken breasts or 1 to 2 lb. peeled shrimp; 1 medium bell pepper, chopped fine; 1 medium onion, chopped fine; 1/2 c. celery, chopped fine; 1 pkg. frozen okra, sliced; 1/2 c. Wesson oil; 1 c. flour; 3 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. pepper; 1 clove garlic

Servings: persons

1
Heat heavy 4-quart aluminum or cast-iron pot.
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Then add cold oil to hot pan (so food won't stick).
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Stir in flour with wooden or metal spoon.
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(Do not use plastic or Teflon this gets so hot it will melt them.)
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Stir, stir, stir.
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Do not leave unattended. Brown to the color of milk chocolate; then add all chopped veggies and stir several minutes.
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Then add garlic salt and pepper.
8
Add water a little at a time to consistency of gravy (not too thin). Add chicken; cook 1 to 1 1/2 hours until chicken or shrimp is done.

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 boneless chicken breasts or 1 to 2 lb. peeled shrimp, 1 medium bell pepper, chopped fine, 1 medium onion, chopped fine, 1/2 c. celery, chopped fine, and more.

Yes, Shrimp Or Chicken Gumbo falls under the Seafood 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!

Shrimp Or Chicken Gumbo

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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