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Authentic Cajun Gumbo Recipe

Authentic Cajun Gumbo Recipe with Chicken and Andouille Sausage

This Authentic Cajun Gumbo Recipe combines chicken and andouille sausage for a creamy, flavorful dish that delights the senses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 pound andouille sausage
  • 0.75 cup all-purpose flour
  • 0.75 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion
  • 1 large green bell pepper
  • 2 stalks celery
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 6 cups chicken stock
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 0.25 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Equipment

  • Heavy Pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Combine flour and vegetable oil in a heavy pot. Stir over medium heat for 25–30 minutes until dark brown.
  2. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes. Stir in minced garlic.
  3. Add sausage and chicken. Cook to brown slightly. Add Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  4. Slowly stir in chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45–60 minutes.
  5. Remove bay leaves. Serve gumbo over rice, garnished with green onions and parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 25gFat: 28g

Notes

This gumbo can be customized with different meats or vegetables. Feel free to add shrimp or extra seasoning to enhance the flavor.

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