Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
This chicken and sausage gumbo uses a roux as the thickening agent in this traditional Cajun-style gumbo that's rich and hearty with lively seasonings.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat oil in a stockpot over medium heat; whisk in flour until roux is smooth and has cooked to the color of chocolate milk, about 8 to 10 minutes. Be careful not to burn the roux. If you see black specks in the mixture, it's best to start over.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Add sausage, celery, bell pepper, and onion into the roux; cook and stir 5 minutes. Add garlic; continue to cook and stir another 5 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Season with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning; stir well to blend. Pour in chicken broth and add bay leaf. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Stir in the chicken and simmer 1 hour more. Skim off any foam that floats to the top during this time.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Serve and enjoy!'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (10 servings total)