Chicken & Sausage Gumbo

1cupoil
1cupflour
2large onions, chopped
2bell peppers, chopped
4stalks celery, chopped
6clovesgarlic, minced
4quartschicken stock
2whole bay leaves
3teaspoonsCreole seasoning
1teaspoondried thyme leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
3lbs.cooked chicken, cut into pieces
2lbs.andouille or kielbasa sausage cut into 1/2" pieces
1bunch green onion tops, chopped
cupfresh chopped parsley

Season the chicken with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning and brown quickly. Brown the sausage, pour off fat and reserve meats. In a large, heavy pot, heat the oil and cook the flour in the oil over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the roux reaches a medium to dark brown color, being careful not to burn it. Add the vegetables and stir quickly. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, for about 4 minutes. Add the stock, seasonings, chicken and sausage. Bring to a boil, then cook for about one hour, skimming fat off the top as needed. Add the chopped scallion tops and parsley, and heat for 5 minutes. Serve over rice in large shallow bowls.

Keywords

chicken, sausage, soups, stews

 

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