Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Louisiana with our tantalizing Chicken and Andouille Smoked Sausage Gumbo Creole Stew, a symphony of Creole flavors that will delight your taste buds. This hearty and flavorful gumbo is a fusion of African, French, and Spanish influences, boasting a rich, savory broth brimming with tender chicken, succulent smoked sausage, the "holy trinity" of Creole cooking (onions, celery, and bell peppers), and an array of aromatic spices. Accompanied by three additional tantalizing recipes – a classic Gumbo, a rich Seafood Gumbo, and a vegetarian-friendly Vegetable Gumbo – this collection offers a gumbo experience like no other. Whether you prefer the classic chicken and sausage, the bounty of the sea, or a vibrant medley of vegetables, these recipes will transport you to the vibrant streets of New Orleans, where the essence of Creole cooking comes alive.
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CAJUN GUMBO WITH CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE RECIPE
Cajun gumbo is the tomato-free version of this legendary and completely customizable Louisiana stew. This recipe uses a classic combo of chicken and andouille sausage, but feel free to change it up with other proteins.
Provided by Daniel Gritzer
Categories Mains Sausage Soups and Stews
Time 4h
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon (15ml) oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season chicken all over with salt. Working in batches, sear chicken until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a platter, then set aside until cool enough to handle. Once chicken has cooled, shred into bite-size pieces.
- Stir in garlic, cayenne, and a generous amount of black pepper and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 812 kcal, Carbohydrate 50 g, Cholesterol 166 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1295 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 51 g, ServingSize Serves about 10, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE GUMBO
This chicken and andouille sausage gumbo is a great recipe for those who prefer gumbo without seafood.
Provided by VMB
Time 3h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook sausage in a Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring constantly until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage to a bowl and reserve drippings in the Dutch oven.
- Cook chicken in the drippings over medium heat to brown both sides, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Heat oil in the Dutch oven. Add flour; cook and stir constantly over medium heat until roux is thick and the color of chocolate, 20 to 30 minutes. Be careful not to burn or you'll have to start again.
- Add celery, onion, and bell pepper; cook and stir for 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes longer. Stir in hot broth and bring to a boil.
- Add chicken breasts, Worcestershire sauce, Creole seasoning, thyme, pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. Remove chicken and let cool.
- Add sausage to the gumbo and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Shred cooled chicken and add to the gumbo with green onions. Simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Remove gumbo from the heat. Discard bay leaves and sprinkle gumbo with file powder. Serve over hot rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1925 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE GUMBO
Gumbo goes back to 1700s Louisiana; today's version is just as hearty using andouille sausage. Serve with cornbread or crusty French bread. -Billy Hensley, Mount Carmel, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 2h40m
Yield 9 servings (3-1/4 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; rub over chicken. In a Dutch oven, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons oil in batches; remove chicken from pan., Add remaining oil to the same pan; stir in flour until blended. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until browned (do not burn). Add onion, peppers and celery; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Gradually add water and stock. Stir in the sausage, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, chicken and the remaining Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour or until chicken is very tender., Remove chicken from pan; cool slightly. Skim fat from gumbo and discard bay leaves. Shred chicken and return to gumbo; heat through. Discard bones. Serve gumbo over rice; top with green onions. Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled gumbo freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 calories, Fat 39g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 1514mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.
CHICKEN GUMBO WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE
This classic spicy chicken gumbo recipe with andouille sausage is made with okra and is a Southern classic! Gumbo takes a little while to prepare but makes leftovers for days. Serve with rice, and don't forget the hot sauce!
Provided by Hank Shaw
Categories Dinner Stew Comfort Food Cajun Chicken Stew Chicken Thigh Creole New Orleans Okra Sausage Stew
Time 3h20m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Brown the sausages: Brown the sausages in the fat, remove and set aside.
- Heat the chicken stock: While you are stirring and cooking the roux, bring the chicken stock and water to a boil in a separate pot.
- Add the sausage, okra, and chicken meat: While the chicken is cooling, cut the andouille sausage into thick discs and drop them into the gumbo. Add the okra. Pick the chicken meat from the bones and chop it roughly. Add it back into the gumbo. At this point, you can cook the gumbo for another hour or up to several more hours, depending on how cooked down you want the final stew to be.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 206 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 45 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 2029 mg, Sugar 4 g, Fat 52 g, ServingSize Serves 10-12, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE GUMBO
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Add the sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and much of the fat is rendered. Remove the sausage to plate with a slotted spoon.
- While the sausage browns, pour a good amount of flour into a shallow baking dish, and season with salt and pepper. Dredge the chicken with the flour and add to the Dutch oven, in batches if necessary, and cook until brown on both sides. Remove to the plate with the sausage.
- Add the 1/2 cup flour to the Dutch oven and cook, stirring constantly, until light golden brown. Add the onions, peppers, and celery to the Dutch oven and cook, stirring, about 2 minutes. Stir in the okra and the garlic and cook, stirring, about 2 minutes.
- Strip the leaves from the thyme into the Dutch oven, and stir in the bay leaves, red pepper flakes, and 6 cups broth. Crush the tomatoes through your hands into the pot. Return the chicken and sausage to the pot, bring to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer, uncovered, 25 to 30 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in some additional chicken stock to thin the sauce a bit, if desired.
- Stir in the vinegar, scallions, and parsley, taste, and adjust the seasoning.
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- 2 cups long-grain rice
- 3 cups water or chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Put the rice in a medium saucepan with a cover. Stir in the water or broth, salt, and pepper. Smooth the rice to make an even surface, cover and heat over low to medium-low heat until all the liquid has been absorbed and rice is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Yield: 4 servings
STEWED CHICKEN WITH ANDOUILLE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut each chicken thigh into quarters (or 1 1/2-inch pieces, if large). Pat dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed until browned, about 4 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown all over, about 5 more minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
- Stir in the broth and potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the potatoes are just tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the okra and cook, covered, until the chicken and potatoes are cooked through, 5 to 10 more minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the lime juice and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 183 milligrams, Sodium 895 milligrams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 47 grams
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the gumbo will be. Choose fresh vegetables, flavorful smoked sausage, and a good-quality chicken stock.
- Don't skimp on the roux: The roux is the base of the gumbo and what gives it its rich, dark color. Cook the roux slowly over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it reaches a chocolate-brown color.
- Add the vegetables in stages: Add the vegetables in stages, starting with the hardest vegetables (such as carrots and celery) and ending with the softest vegetables (such as tomatoes and okra). This will ensure that all of the vegetables are cooked evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the pot: If you overcrowd the pot, the gumbo will be too thick. Add the ingredients in batches, if necessary.
- Season to taste: Season the gumbo to taste with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper. You can also add other seasonings, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Serve the gumbo with rice: Gumbo is traditionally served with rice. You can use white rice, brown rice, or even dirty rice.
Conclusion:
Chicken and Andouille Smoked Sausage Gumbo is a delicious and hearty stew that is perfect for a cold night. It is made with a rich, flavorful roux, tender chicken, smoky andouille sausage, and a variety of fresh vegetables. Gumbo is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can add more vegetables, different types of meat, or even seafood. No matter how you make it, gumbo is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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