EASY CHICKEN (TURKEY) GUMBO

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This is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. Very similar to traditional gumbo, this is a quick and easy alternative - a thick, hearty gumbo that can be spiced up even more at the table with some Louisiana Hot Sauce and/or Cajun Seasoning. Enjoy!

Provided by Just Call Me Martha

Categories     Gumbo

Time 30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large onion, chopped
4 stalks celery, chopped
1 green pepper, diced
1 package frozen okra, thawed and chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons flour
2 cups diced cooked chicken or 2 cups turkey
1 cup raw shrimp (optional)
1 cup diced cooked spicy sausage (optional)
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
6 cups chicken broth
3 bay leaves
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
cooked rice

Steps:

  • In large deep skillet, heat olive oil.
  • Add onion, celery, peppers, okra and saute for 2 minutes.
  • Add garlic and saute another 2 minutes.
  • Add flour to vegetable-oil mixture and stir.
  • Continue stirring until flour turns brown.
  • Add chicken, tomatoes, broth and seasonings.
  • Shrimp or sausage can be added if desired.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Serve over cooked rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.8, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 26.2, Sodium 608.7, Carbohydrate 10.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 14.2

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