Authentic Cajun Sausage & Chicken Gumbo Recipe: 1 Pot Deep Southern Comfort
A traditional Cajun gumbo featuring dark roux, smoky sausage, tender chicken, and aromatic vegetables simmered in a rich, savory broth.
Ingredients
1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs
12 ounces andouille sausage sliced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup neutral oil
1 medium onion diced
1 green bell pepper diced
2 celery stalks diced
3 cloves garlic minced
6 cups chicken broth
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1 cup sliced okra optional
Salt and black pepper to taste
Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
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Brown chicken in a large pot and set aside.
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Brown sausage and set aside.
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Stir oil and flour over medium-low heat until dark brown, stirring constantly.
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Add onion, celery, and bell pepper and cook until softened.
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Stir in garlic briefly.
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Return chicken and sausage to pot.
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Add broth, bay leaves, thyme, and Cajun seasoning.
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Simmer 45 to 60 minutes.
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Shred chicken and return to pot.
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Remove bay leaves and serve over rice.
Notes
Stir roux constantly to prevent burning.
Gumbo deepens in flavor after resting overnight.
Adjust seasoning gradually.