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Slow Cooker Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

A warm, hearty bowl of Slow Cooker Chicken and Sausage Gumbo filled with savory flavors, perfect for family gatherings and cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by chopping your onion, green pepper, and celery.
Cooking
  1. In a skillet over medium heat, lightly brown the sliced sausage for about 5 minutes.
  2. In your slow cooker, combine the chicken thighs, browned sausage, chopped onion, green pepper, celery, minced garlic, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, okra, Cajun seasoning, bay leaf, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Cover the slow cooker and set it on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  4. When ready, remove the chicken from the slow cooker, shred it with two forks, then return it to the pot.
  5. Discard the bay leaf.
Serving
  1. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnishing with green onions.

Notes

Feel free to swap chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer leaner meat. Chorizo or turkey sausage can be used as alternatives. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently, adding chicken broth if needed to revive texture.