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Jennifer Johnson

Chicken Étouffée: Discover This Flavorful Recipe Today!

Chicken Étouffée is a flavorful and hearty dish made with tender chicken, vegetables, and a rich sauce, 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
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 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
  • 2 green onions sliced (for garnish)
  • Cooked white rice for serving

Method
 

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

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, increase the cayenne pepper or add a few dashes of hot sauce to the étouffée.
  • You can also substitute the chicken with shrimp or sausage for a different flavor profile.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, let it simmer a bit longer to reduce.

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