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Jennifer Johnson

Chicken Etouffee: Discover the Ultimate Recipe Today!

A classic Louisiana dish, Chicken Etouffee is a flavorful stew made with chicken, vegetables, and a rich roux, served over rice.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun/Creole
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 celery stalk diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions for garnish
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil and butter over medium heat until melted.
  2. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetable mixture and stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes to create a roux, cooking until it turns a light golden brown.
  5. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps.
  6. Add the Cajun seasoning, thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to combine.
  7. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
  8. Stir in the shredded chicken and diced tomatoes. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
  9. Serve the chicken etouffee over cooked white rice and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, you can stir in 1/2 cup of heavy cream just before serving.
  • To make it spicier, add more cayenne pepper or a few dashes of hot sauce to taste.

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