'True Blood'S' Gumbo Ya Ya Recipe

Name: 'True Blood'S' Gumbo Ya Ya
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 4- to 5-pound whole chicken, cut into serving pieces; Salt; Cayenne pepper; 1 cup vegetable oil; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 cups chopped onion; 1 cup chopped bell pepper; 1/2 cup chopped celery; about 10 cups chicken broth; 2 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves; 1 pound andouille sausage, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices; 1/4 cup chopped green onion (green part only); 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; Hot cooked rice, for serving; File powder (optional)

Servings: persons

1 4- to 5-pound whole chicken, cut into serving pieces
Salt
Cayenne pepper
1 cup vegetable oil
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped bell pepper
1/2 cup chopped celery
about 10 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1 pound andouille sausage, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices
1/4 cup chopped green onion (green part only)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
Hot cooked rice, for serving
File powder (optional)

1
Season the chicken generously with salt and cayenne. Set aside.
2
In a large, heavy pot or Dutch oven, combine the vegetable oil and flour over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the roux is dark brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Add the onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook, stirring, until very soft, 10 to 12 minutes. Add the broth and stir to blend well. Add the chicken, bay leaves, and thyme. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer, partially covered, until the chicken is very tender, 2 to 3 hours.
3
Add the andouille and cook for 30 minutes. Adjust the seasonings. Discard the bay leaves and add the green onion and parsley. Put some rice into each soup bowl, and spoon some gumbo on top to serve. Pass the file powder at the table, if you like.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 4- to 5-pound whole chicken, cut into serving pieces, Salt, Cayenne pepper, 1 cup vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, 'True Blood'S' Gumbo Ya Ya 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

'True Blood'S' Gumbo Ya Ya

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