Best 6 Mexican Chicken Gumbo Recipes

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**Explore the Bold Flavors of Mexican Chicken Gumbo: A Culinary Fusion of Two Worlds**

Indulge in a tantalizing fusion of Mexican and Cajun cuisine with our delectable Mexican Chicken Gumbo. This hearty and flavorful dish is a unique blend of traditional Mexican spices and the rich, savory flavors of classic gumbo. Dive into a vibrant symphony of chicken, vegetables, and aromatic herbs simmered in a rich tomato-based broth, infused with the warmth of Mexican chilies and the soulful essence of Cajun seasonings. Discover a harmonious balance of bold and comforting flavors in every spoonful, complemented by the fluffy texture of fluffy Mexican rice. Our collection of recipes offers variations to cater to diverse preferences, including a vegetarian option for those seeking a meatless indulgence. Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant heritage of Mexican and Cajun cooking, creating a memorable and satisfying dining experience.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE GUMBO



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This recipe came to The Times in 1983 from Paul Prudhomme, the New Orleans chef who put Louisiana on the American culinary map. It is a hearty, rich Creole stew generously seasoned with black and white pepper, cayenne, paprika and filé powder, a spice made from the leaves of the sassafras tree. Filé powder is readily available in most grocery stores and online, and while it's not 100 percent necessary, it lends a distinctive, earthy quality to the dish. Mr. Prudhomme intended this to be made with chicken, but we've had excellent results using leftover turkey from Thanksgiving, too.

Provided by Paul Prudhomme

Categories     dinner, project, sauces and gravies, main course

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 or more servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 chicken, 3 to 4 pounds, cut into serving pieces
Salt to taste if desired
1 teaspoon finely ground black pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons finely ground white pepper
1 teaspoon powdered mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon file powder, optional
1 1/2 cups flour
2 1/2 cups corn, peanut or vegetable oil
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
3/4 cup finely chopped celery
3/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
9 cups chicken broth
1 3/4 cups chopped or thinly sliced smoked sausage such as andouille or kielbasa
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon finely minced fresh garlic
2 cups cooked rice

Steps:

  • Put chicken pieces in a bowl. Blend salt, peppers, mustard, cayenne pepper, paprika, granulated garlic and file powder. Rub four teaspoons of the mixture over the chicken. Set rest of spice mixture aside.
  • Put the flour in a bowl and add two teaspoons of the reserved spice mixture. Blend well.
  • Heat a 10-inch skillet and add the oil. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture to coat well, shaking off excess. Reserve the leftover flour.
  • When the oil is hot and almost smoking, add the chicken pieces skin side down. Cook about two minutes on one side until golden brown. Turn and cook about three minutes on the second side until nicely browned. Do this in batches so as to not crowd the pan. Drain thoroughly on paper towels.
  • Pour off all but one cup of fat from the skillet. Heat this oil over high heat until it is almost smoking and add the reserved seasoned flour. Stir rapidly and constantly with a wire whisk until the mixture is golden brown. Do not burn. This is a roux.
  • Add the chopped onion, celery and green pepper to the roux and stir to blend well. Remove from the heat.
  • Meanwhile, bring the broth to a boil in a large saucepan.
  • Add about half a cup of the roux mixture to the broth, stirring rapidly with the whisk. Continue adding the roux mixture, half a cup at a time, always stirring rapidly and constantly.
  • Add the smoked sausage and stir. Cook over high heat, stirring often from the bottom, about 15 minutes.
  • Add the chicken pieces, bay leaf and finely minced fresh garlic. Cook about 40 minutes, on medium-low, stirring occasionally.
  • Remove the chicken pieces. Cut the meat from the bones and discard the bones. Cut the chicken into cubes or shred it and add it back to the pot. Serve with white rice or potato salad (or both) spooned into the gumbo.

CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE GUMBO



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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

2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper, divided
3 pounds bone-in chicken thighs, skin removed
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 large onion, finely chopped
3/4 cup finely chopped green pepper
3/4 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
2 celery ribs, finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups water
2 cups chicken stock
1-1/2 pounds fully cooked andouille sausage links, sliced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
Hot cooked rice
3 green onions, chopped

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.

GUMBO STYLE CHICKEN CREOLE



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Delicious chicken gumbo consistency with tomato base. Makes plenty to last for several days. Serve over hot cooked rice and sprinkle with filé powder, if desired.

Provided by SMFLRN

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Gumbo Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups cooked chicken, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, with liquid
1 (4.5 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 dashes hot sauce, or to taste
½ cup chicken broth, or as needed

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 5 minutes or until mixture is the color of a copper penny. Reduce heat to low and stir in bell pepper and onion. Cook 10 to 15 minutes, or until tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Add chicken, tomatoes with green chile peppers, mushrooms, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, soy sauce, sugar, salt, pepper and hot sauce. Stir together, cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Add chicken broth or water if mixture is too thick for your liking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.3 g, Cholesterol 0.5 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 735 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

MEXICAN "GUMBO"



Mexican

I know that gumbo is supposed to have okra, but the name is based on a naked burrito by Qdoba. The jalepeno slices are supposed to be a substitute for the okra.

Provided by Aneisha DeArman

Categories     Chicken

Time 10h20m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 15.5. oz. can black beans drained
1 15 oz. can mexican style diced tomatoes
1 8 oz. can tomato sauce
2 c water
1 1 tb. tomato paste
1 c brown or basmati rice
1/2 c chopped onions
1 Tbsp minced garlic
1 chilipote in adobo sauce chopped
10 sliced jalepenos in a jar
1 Tbsp liquid sweetener (such as agave nectar, maple syrup)
1 tsp mexican oregano or 2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 bay leaves, dried
1 dash(es) cinnamon
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Steps:

  • 1. Put all ingredients in a crockpot and cook for 10-12 hours on low.
  • 2. You can either eat in a bowl or use for burrito stuffing.

CHICKEN GUMBO



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This fresh-tasting, flavorful main dish is well-received when I cook it for church suppers. It's a colorful mixture of traditional ingredients.-Willa Govoro, St. Clair, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 48 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 16

6 celery ribs, chopped
3 medium green peppers, chopped
3 medium onions, chopped
3/4 cup butter, cubed
10 quarts chicken broth
7 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
3 bay leaves
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons salt
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
10 cups cubed cooked chicken
6 cups cubed fully cooked ham
1 package (16 ounces) frozen chopped okra
2 pounds cooked small shrimp, peeled and deveined, optional

Steps:

  • In several large stock pots, saute celery, green peppers and onions in butter until tender. Add the next seven ingredients; bring to a boil. Stir in rice. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. , Stir in the chicken, ham, okra and shrimp if desired. Simmer for 8-10 minutes or until shrimp turn pink and okra is tender. Discard bay leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 1168mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 14g protein.

CHICKEN GUMBO SOUP



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It's nutritious and delicious soup!!!!!

Provided by Phil Schaefer

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Gumbo Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups water
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon hot pepper sauce
2 carrots, sliced thin
4 ounces fresh mushrooms
1 (10 ounce) package frozen okra, thawed and sliced
¼ cup uncooked wild rice
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
1 ½ cups uncooked rotini pasta
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
3 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Bring the water to a boil. Add the garlic powder and the hot pepper sauce. Put the carrots and mushrooms into the pot of water. Cook for five minutes.
  • Add the okra, wild rice, and chicken cubes. Turn heat to low, and cook for three hours.
  • Add the spiral pasta, and cook for ten minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.6 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 8.6 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 7.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 70.4 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

Tips:

  • Select the right chicken: For a flavorful gumbo, choose a whole chicken or chicken thighs with skin and bones. The bones add depth and richness to the broth.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The holy trinity (onion, celery, and bell pepper) is the base of many Cajun and Creole dishes, including gumbo. Other great additions include okra, tomatoes, corn, and potatoes.
  • Sauté the vegetables properly: Sautéing the vegetables in oil or butter before adding them to the gumbo pot brings out their flavor and prevents them from becoming bland.
  • Season the gumbo well: Gumbo is a well-seasoned dish, so don't be afraid to add plenty of spices and herbs. Common seasonings include cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and thyme.
  • Cook the gumbo low and slow: Gumbo is a slow-cooked dish that benefits from simmering for several hours. This allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve gumbo with your favorite sides: Gumbo is often served with rice, but it can also be enjoyed with cornbread, potato salad, or coleslaw.

Conclusion:

Mexican chicken gumbo is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, it's sure to become a favorite in your household. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give Mexican chicken gumbo a try. You won't be disappointed!

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