The Chicken gumbo recipe is a hearty soup-stew from Cajun country will have the richest flavor if you use chicken thigh meat.
Ingredients:
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 garlic clove, chopped
1lb (450g) boneless and skinless chicken thighs, cubed
2 tsp sweet or hot paprika
1⁄2 tsp dried oregano
1⁄2 tsp ground cumin
1 tbsp all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken stock
one 14.5oz (411g) can chopped tomatoes
4oz (115g) andouille or kielbasa sausage, sliced
8oz (225g) frozen sliced okra
salt and freshly ground black pepper
Method:
1 Heat the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the onion, celery, and green pepper and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until softened. Stir in the garlic.
2 Add the chicken and cook, turning frequently, about 10 minutes, or until just browned. Stir in the paprika, oregano, cumin, and flour. Stir for 1 minute, then stir in the stock, tomatoes, and sausage.
3 Boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add the okra and simmer for 20 minutes, until the chicken is tender. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.
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