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Chicken and Sausage Gumbo Recipe (Authentic Louisiana Comfort Food) Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes Servings: 8 This Chicken and Sausage Gumbo Recipe is a hearty Louisiana classic made with tender chicken, smoky andouille sausage, the "holy trinity" of onion, celery, and bell pepper, and a rich, dark roux. Slow-simmered with bold Cajun seasonings, this comforting one-pot meal is packed with deep, savory flavor and is perfect for family dinners, game days, or cozy nights at home. Serve it over fluffy white rice with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an authentic Southern experience. Why You'll Love This Chicken and Sausage Gumbo Recipe 🍲 Rich and Hearty: Every bowl is packed with tender chicken, smoky sausage, and a deeply flavorful broth. 🌶️ Authentic Louisiana Flavor: Made with a classic dark roux, Cajun seasonings, and the traditional "holy trinity" of onion, celery, and bell pepper. 🍗 Loaded with Protein: Chicken and andouille sausage make this a filling and satisfying meal. 🥘 One-Pot Comfort Food: Everything cooks in a single pot, making cleanup quick and easy. ⏱️ Perfect for Meal Prep: Gumbo tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to develop. ❄️ Freezer-Friendly: Make a big batch and freeze leftovers for an easy homemade meal anytime. Ingredients For the Roux ½ cup vegetable oil ½ cup all-purpose flour For the Gumbo 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced 1 medium onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 2 celery stalks, diced 4 garlic cloves, minced 6 cups chicken broth 2 bay leaves 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning ½ teaspoon black pepper ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste) 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 cups sliced okra (optional) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Cooked white rice, for serving Green onions, sliced, for garnish Instructions In a large Dutch oven, whisk together the oil and flour over medium heat until the roux becomes a deep chocolate-brown color, about 20–30 minutes. Stir constantly to prevent burning. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute. Brown the sausage in a separate skillet, then add it to the pot along with the chicken. Pour in the chicken broth and stir until smooth. Add the bay leaves, thyme, smoked paprika, Cajun seasoning, black pepper, salt, Worcestershire sauce, and okra, if using. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning if needed. Stir in the fresh parsley. Serve hot over cooked white rice and garnish with sliced green onions.