Chicken Gumbo Soup Recipe | Easy Southern Comfort Food
Make this Chicken Gumbo Soup Recipe with tender chicken, vegetables, sausage, and bold Cajun flavors. A hearty Southern comfort food perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion diced 1 green bell pepper,
- 2 celery stalks chopped
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 6 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups sliced okra
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 green onions sliced
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cut larger pieces into manageable chunks
Step 2: Create the Roux
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Whisk in the flour continuously until the mixture becomes a deep golden brown.
Step 3: Add the Vegetables
- Add onion, celery, and bell pepper directly into the roux. Stir frequently for about five minutes until softened and fragrant.
Step 4: Add Garlic and Seasonings
- Mix in garlic, thyme, bay leaves, paprika, and cayenne. Cook briefly, Thirty seconds is usually enough.
Step 5: Build the Broth
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth while stirring constantly. Add tomatoes and Worcestershire sauce. The mixture should become smooth and silky.
Step 6: Cook the Chicken
- Add the seasoned chicken pieces. Bring everything to a gentle simmer. Cover partially and cook for approximately 40 minutes.
Step 7: Add Okra
- Stir in the sliced okra. Continue simmering for another 15 minutes until the soup thickens slightly.
Step 8: Taste and Adjust
- Sprinkle green onions and fresh parsley over the finished soup. Serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg