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Delectable and Easy Chicken Gumbo Recipe – Warmth in Every Spoonful!
Warm your soul with our Simple Chicken Gumbo Recipe. Bursting with flavors, tender chicken, and comforting spices. A magical dish in every spoonful!
Last Updated on July 6, 2024 by Daily News Staff
Welcome to our kitchen, where we serve up comfort food made with love! Today, we’re bringing you an incredibly delicious and incredibly simple recipe for Chicken Gumbo. Bursting with flavors and packed with tender chicken, veggies, and comforting spices, this dish will leave you craving more. So, put on your apron, gather your ingredients, and let’s cook up some magic!
Delectable Chicken Gumbo Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen okra (optional, but adds great texture)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken: Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken breasts on both sides until they’re cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken from the pot and set it aside to cool. Once cool, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- Saute the aromatics: Using the same pot, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic. Saute for about 5 minutes over medium heat until the vegetables are tender and lightly golden.
- Add tomatoes and broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and chicken broth. Stir well, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any flavorful bits. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Season and simmer: Add the Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, dried oregano, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all the flavors. Simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the gumbo to thicken slightly.
- Incorporate the chicken and vegetables: At this point, add the shredded chicken and frozen okra (if using) to the pot. Stir gently to combine everything. Continue simmering for another 10-15 minutes until the okra is cooked through and the gumbo reaches your desired consistency.
- Cook the rice: While the gumbo simmers, cook the rice according to the package instructions until fluffy and tender.
Serving:
Ladle your aromatic chicken gumbo into bowls, making sure to include a generous portion of the flavorful broth, chicken, and veggies in each serving. Serve the gumbo hot over a bed of rice, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant burst of freshness.
Now, sit back, relax, and savor each spoonful of this comforting Chicken Gumbo. Share it with loved ones or save leftovers for another satisfying meal. Don’t forget to toast to your culinary expertise and enjoy the heartwarming flavors you created!
Note: Feel free to customize your gumbo by adding your favorite additional vegetables or adjusting the spice level to suit your taste buds. This recipe is just the beginning of your culinary adventure!
Ladle your aromatic chicken gumbo into bowls, making sure to include a generous portion of the flavorful broth, chicken, and veggies in each serving. Serve the gumbo hot over a bed of rice, and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant burst of freshness. Now, sit back, relax, and savor each spoonful of this comforting Chicken Gumbo. Share it with loved ones or save leftovers for another satisfying meal. Don’t forget to toast to your culinary expertise and enjoy the heartwarming flavors you created! Note: Feel free to customize your gumbo by adding your favorite additional vegetables or adjusting the spice level to suit your taste buds. This recipe is just the beginning of your culinary adventure! Enjoy! Check out other recipes by visiting our Food and Drink section.
Enjoy!
Check out this recipe for Chicken and Sausage Gumbo: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/141114/cajun-chicken-and-sausage-gumbo/
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A Bold and Flavorful Al Fresco Favorite
Al Fresco Favorite: Warm breezes that linger longer into the evening, wafting appetizing aromas through the air can only mean one thing: it’s patio season. From casual porch gatherings to full-fledged backyard dinners, dining al fresco calls for vibrant dishes packed with flavor like Street Corn-Inspired Stuffed Sweetpotatoes.
A Bold and Flavorful Al Fresco Favorite
(Feature Impact) Warm breezes that linger longer into the evening, wafting appetizing aromas through the air can only mean one thing: it’s patio season. From casual porch gatherings to full-fledged backyard dinners, dining al fresco calls for vibrant dishes packed with flavor.
Inspired by the bold flavors of Mexican street corn, or elotes, these Street Corn-Inspired Stuffed Sweetpotatoes can serve as a hearty vegetarian entree, a colorful side dish to pair with grilled fare or the centerpiece of a casual build-your-own dinner spread alongside chilled drinks and easy conversation with loved ones. Providing a naturally creamy base, sweetpotatoes serve as the open-faced vessel for fresh (or frozen) roasted corn, lime juice, mayo, Greek yogurt, cilantro, jalapeno and Parmesan or cotija cheese.
Different from other potatoes using adjectives like white, red or russet to describe an entirely different vegetable, sweetpotatoes – one word as adopted by the National Sweetpotato Collaborators in 1989 to avoid confusion and make it part of the actual nomenclature rather than an adjective – are rich in vitamins A and C, minerals, antioxidants, fiber and potassium, all of which are good for overall health.
Find more recipes to elevate outdoor dining season at ncsweetpotatoes.com.
Watch video to see how to make this recipe!
Street Corn-Inspired Stuffed Sweetpotatoes
Recipe courtesy of Crissy Caroll of Snacking in Sneakers on behalf of the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission
Servings: 2
- 4 medium sweetpotatoes
- 2 tablespoons light or regular mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons plain, nonfat Greek yogurt or light mayonnaise
- 1 lime, juice only
- 2 green onions, sliced1/3 cup chopped cilantro
- 1/3 cup fresh shredded Parmesan or cotija cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked, corn removed from stalk or about 1 1/2 cups frozen or canned corn
- 1 jalapeno, seeds and pith discarded, minced
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- To cook sweetpotatoes: Use fork to poke holes and place on microwave-safe plate. Microwave potatoes 6-9 minutes, depending on size, until tender. Set aside.
- In medium mixing bowl, mix mayonnaise, Greek yogurt and lime juice until well combined. Add green onions, cilantro and Parmesan; set aside.
- Heat large skillet over medium heat. Add butter and melt. Add corn then cook 2 minutes.
- Add jalapeno to skillet with corn, stir and cook 2 minutes.
- Add garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika and salt. Stir and cook 1-2 minutes, until corn starts to lightly brown.
- Remove from heat. Add skillet ingredients to bowl with mayo-yogurt mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Slice cooked sweetpotatoes open and stuff with corn filling.
SOURCE:
North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission
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Last Updated on July 3, 2026 by Daily News Staff
Nourishing Our Heroes: Eight Years of Impact at Phoenix VA’s Veggies for Veterans
Pair Summer Favorites with a Simple
Potato Salad
(Family Features) Ideal for
neighborhood cookouts, quick family dinners and anything in between, potato
salad is a tried-and-true summer favorite. This version from Cookin’ Savvy
comes together in a snap so you can spend more time enjoying the sun and less
time in the kitchen. Pair this easy potato salad with more warm-weather recipe
inspiration found at Culinary.net.
Watch video to see how to make this recipe!
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Potato Salad
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Servings: 4-6
- 3 pounds
potatoes - 4 boiled
eggs, coarsely chopped - 2 dill
pickles - 1 tablespoon
garlic powder - 1 tablespoon
onion powder - 1 package
(2 1/2 ounces) real bacon pieces - 2 cups
mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
mustard - salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
- smoked paprika, for garnish
- Coarsely chop potatoes. In Dutch
oven, boil until fork tender. Drain then add coarsely chopped eggs and pickles. - Add garlic powder, onion powder,
bacon pieces, mayonnaise and mustard. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Mix well. - Transfer to large bowl and
refrigerate 1-2 hours. Garnish with smoked paprika.
SOURCE:
Nourishing Our Heroes: Eight Years of Impact at Phoenix VA’s Veggies for Veterans
Nourishing Our Heroes: Eight Years of Impact at Phoenix VA’s Veggies for Veterans
(Feature Impact) Summer heat can be tough to beat without a cool, refreshing game plan. Cool off when the temperatures climb by turning to frozen make-ahead treats that can make almost any sweltering afternoon feel like a beach vacation.
Staying comfortable is simple with Grapes from California, which take “cool” to the next level. Freezing them turns each grape into its own mini sorbet – just rinse, dry and freeze for 2 hours, or try these easy recipes that give everyone something to enjoy.
As a naturally healthy, refreshing, juicy and hydrating solution, grapes can become your summer go-to. To find more frozen solutions, visit GrapesFromCalifornia.com.
1. Chocolate-Dipped Frozen California Grape and Yogurt Clusters – Fresh grapes add a bright, juicy pop of flavor to tangy yogurt and rich chocolate in these irresistible frozen clusters that are light, refreshing and perfectly balanced for summer snacking. Make a batch and keep them ready for warm afternoons or casual backyard get-togethers.
SOURCE:
California Table Grape Commission
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