Slow Cooker Gumbo With Chicken And Sausage

Why Make This Recipe

This gumbo is easy to make and tastes great. It has a mix of chicken and sausage, which makes it hearty. Plus, using a slow cooker means you can set it up and let it cook while you do other things.

How to Make Slow Cooker Gumbo with Chicken and Sausage

Making this gumbo is simple. You prepare the ingredients, mix them in a slow cooker, and let it cook. The flavors blend together, and you can enjoy a warm meal without much fuss.

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, chopped
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup okra, sliced (optional)
• Cooked rice, for serving
• Chopped green onions, for garnish

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, and okra if using.
2. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
4. Remove bay leaf before serving.
5. Serve gumbo over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

How to Serve Slow Cooker Gumbo with Chicken and Sausage

Serve the gumbo hot over a bed of cooked rice. You can add chopped green onions on top for extra flavor. It goes well with some crusty bread on the side.

How to Store Slow Cooker Gumbo with Chicken and Sausage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. It will last for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm it in a pot on the stove or in the microwave until hot.

Tips to Make Slow Cooker Gumbo with Chicken and Sausage

• Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste.
• If you want more veggies, add carrots or corn.
• For a thicker gumbo, let it cook uncovered for the last hour.
• You can make it a day ahead. The flavors will develop even more!

Variations

• Switch the chicken with shrimp or fish for a seafood gumbo.
• Add some chopped spinach or kale for a boost of greens.

FAQs

• Can I freeze gumbo? Yes, it freezes well in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
• How spicy is this gumbo? It has a mild heat from the Cajun seasoning, but you can modify it.
• Can I use other meats? Yes, you can use different types of sausage or add more chicken.

Slow Cooker Gumbo with Chicken and Sausage

This easy gumbo combines chicken and sausage in a slow cooker for a hearty meal with rich flavors.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: Cajun, Southern

Calories: 450

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, chopped
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup okra, sliced (optional)
• Cooked rice, for serving
• Chopped green onions, for garnish

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a slow cooker, combine the chicken, sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, and okra if using.
2. Stir to combine and season with salt and pepper.
3. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
4. Remove bay leaf before serving.
5. Serve gumbo over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the spices to suit your taste. If you want more veggies, add carrots or corn. For a thicker gumbo, let it cook uncovered for the last hour. You can make it a day ahead; the flavors will develop even more! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.