Description
A flavorful and hearty Cajun chicken gumbo made with spices, chicken, and vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken thighs, diced
- 1/2 cup onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup okra, sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned.
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic; sauté until soft.
- Stir in diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, and bay leaf.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Add okra and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve hot over rice.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by modifying the Cajun seasoning.
- Gumbo can be made a day ahead for better flavor.
- Serve with crusty bread for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Cajun Chicken Gumbo, gumbo, Cajun recipe, chicken gumbo