Chicken – Vegetable Gumbo

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A hearty, slow-simmered stew featuring tender chicken, okra, and a rich blend of aromatic vegetables and spices.
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This Chicken Vegetable Gumbo is a comforting, rustic dish that captures the essence of home-style cooking. It combines tender cubed chicken breasts with the natural thickening power of fresh okra and the bright acidity of canned tomatoes. The flavor base is built from sautéed onions, celery, and garlic, deepened with dry sherry, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth. The result is a savory, slightly peppery stew with a satisfying, velvety texture. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a weekend meal prep session, this gumbo warms the soul and pairs wonderfully with a side of fluffy white rice or crusty bread. It is a simple yet robust recipe that highlights fresh ingredients without requiring complicated techniques.

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Chicken – Vegetable Gumbo

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 87.6

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This Chicken Vegetable Gumbo is a comforting, rustic dish that captures the essence of home-style cooking. It combines tender cubed chicken breasts with the natural thickening power of fresh okra and the bright acidity of canned tomatoes. The flavor base is built from saut&# 195;©ed onions, celery, and garlic, deepened with dry sherry, Italian seasoning, and chicken broth. The result is a savory, slightly peppery stew with a satisfying, velvety texture. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a weekend meal prep session, this gumbo warms the soul and pairs wonderfully with a side of fluffy white rice or crusty bread. It is a simple yet robust recipe that highlights fresh ingredients without requiring complicated techniques.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim the stems and tips from the okra pods, then slice them into 1/4-inch pieces. Set the sliced okra aside for later use.
  2. Coat a large kettle or heavy-bottomed pot with cooking spray and place it over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the coarsely chopped onions, chopped celery, chopped green pepper (if available), and garlic powder to the hot pot.
  4. Sauté the vegetables for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and become fragrant.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, dry sherry, dried Italian seasoning, chicken-flavored bouillon, salt, and pepper.
  6. Add the undrained whole tomatoes, breaking them up slightly with a spoon, and bring the mixture to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded.
  8. Stir in the cubed cooked chicken breasts and the reserved sliced okra.
  9. Continue to simmer uncovered for another 10-15 minutes to allow the okra to cook and the stew to thicken slightly.
  10. Remove the pot from heat, cover, and let it stand for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 87.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.8g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 153.1mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 19.3g7%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g24%
Sugars 9.5g
Protein 3.9g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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