Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

A rich, flavorful stew with tender chicken, smoky sausage, and a dark roux, served over rice.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), cut into bite-sized pieces

• 12 oz Andouille sausage (or smoked sausage), sliced into rounds

• ½ cup vegetable oil (or bacon grease)

• ½ cup all-purpose flour

• 1 large onion, diced

• 1 green bell pepper, diced

• 2 celery stalks, diced

• 4 garlic cloves, minced

• 6 cups chicken stock (or broth)

• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (optional, for Creole-style)

• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (or to taste)

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 2 bay leaves

• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 1 cup sliced okra (fresh or frozen, optional)

• 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)

• Cooked white rice (for serving)

• Hot sauce (optional)

Instructions:

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