Quick and Easy Gumbo

Ready in just 45 minutes, this Quick and Easy Gumbo brings the bold, comforting flavors of Louisiana to your table without the long cooking time of traditional recipes. Featuring a deeply flavorful homemade roux, tender chunks of chicken thighs, smoky andouille sausage, and a vibrant medley of onions, bell peppers, and celery, this gumbo is a perfect blend of hearty and satisfying. A touch of Cajun seasoning, diced tomatoes, and optional okra enhance its rich, authentic taste, while simmering everything together creates a mouthwatering dish that’s ideal for busy weeknights. Serve it over fluffy white rice and garnish with fresh parsley and green onions for a stunning finishing touch. Whether you're a gumbo connoisseur or trying it for the first time, this recipe makes it approachable, delicious, and utterly unforgettable.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 12 ounces andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 piece medium onion, diced
• 1 piece green bell pepper, diced
• 2 pieces celery stalks, diced
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup okra, sliced (optional)
• 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, for garnish
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Whisk in the flour to make a roux, and cook while stirring constantly, until the mixture is a light brown color, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly browned.

Step 4

Add the chicken thighs and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are slightly softened.

Step 6

Stir in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the Cajun seasoning, salt, black pepper, and optional okra if using. Stir well.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low and simmer the gumbo for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and flavors have melded.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaves and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Serve the gumbo hot over cooked white rice. Garnish with chopped parsley and sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3273.4 grams (3273.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3562

Total Fat 167.40g	215%
Saturated Fat 50.00g	250%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 716mg	239%
Sodium 8289mg	360%
Total Carbohydrate 301.70g	110%
Dietary Fiber 13.70g	49%
Total Sugars 26.60g
Protein 209.00g	418%

Vitamin D 32IU	159%
Calcium 413mg	32%
Iron 24mg	133%
Potassium 4228mg	90%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.4%

Protein: 23.6%

Carbs: 34.0%