Easy Chicken Gumbo Recipe

Craving a delicious, flavorful gumbo but short on time? This 5-ingredient Easy Chicken Gumbo recipe is your answer! Packed with juicy chicken, savory sausage, and vibrant vegetables, this recipe is surprisingly simple and ready in under 30 minutes. A Bird's Eye inspired recipe, easily customizable to your spice preference – use smoked sausage instead of andouille for a milder kick. Serve over fluffy rice for a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 539 kcal
Protein 77g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Chicken Gumbo

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How to Make Easy Chicken Gumbo

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large saucepan over high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of cubed chicken and 1/2 pound of sliced andouille sausage (or smoked sausage).
  3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chicken is browned and sausage is slightly crispy, about 8-10 minutes.
  4. Add 1 cup chopped onion, 1 cup chopped green bell pepper, 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), and 1 cup of chicken broth or water.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  6. Add 1 bay leaf (optional).
  7. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
  8. Remove the bay leaf (if used).
  9. Serve hot over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

42 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

49g

Carbs

4g