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Sassy Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course dinner, Entree
Cuisine American, Cajun
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds Smoked Sausage Sliced about 1/4 inch thick
  • 4 pounds Chicken Thighs On the bone, skin and excess fat removed
  • 1 pound Alligator Nuggets Nuggets, Fillets or Legs (optional)
  • 1 1/4 cups White Onion Chopped
  • 1 1/4 cups Yellow Onion Chopped
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 1 cup Celery Chopped
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 1/2 cup Flour
  • 8 cups Chicken Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Okra Sliced
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Diced
  • 1 cup Green Onions Sliced

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper, and celery and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Stir in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, creating a roux.
  • Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Bring to a simmer.
  • Add cayenne pepper, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add chicken thighs and alligator (if using) to the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook until chicken is cooked through, about 20-25 minutes.
  • Add okra and tomatoes. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Stir in green onions before serving.
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