Crockpot Chicken Gumbo Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 tbspextra-virgin olive oil
- 1 lbboneless
skinless chicken thighs
- 128-ounce can whole tomatoes
or 3 large tomatoes, peeled and seeded
- 1 largeonion
diced
- 1 sprigrosemary
- 4 creduced sodium chicken broth
- 8 ozandouille sausage cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 2 csliced fresh or frozen okra
- 2 cdiced celery
- 2 cdiced green bell peppers
- ½ clong grain brown rice
- 1 tbsprubbed sage
- 2 tbspchopped garlic
about 4 cloves
- 1 tspdry thyme
- 1 tspsalt
- 1 tbspgumbo file
- tabasco for serving
Directions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned 2 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to the insert of a large slow cooker.
- 2
Hand crush tomatoes into the slow cooker and add any remaining liquid from the can. Add onion, rosemary, broth, sausage, okra, celery, peppers, rice, sage, garlic, thyme and salt in the insert of the slow cooker.
- 3
Turn to low heat for 8 hours or 4 hours on high. Allow the gumbo to cook, covered and undisturbed until the timer goes off. Remove rosemary sprig and stir in gumbo file. Ladle into bowls and serve with Tabasco.
Crockpot Chicken Gumbo Recipe
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About this Recipe
Craving the rich, comforting flavors of a classic gumbo without standing over the stove all day? Our Crockpot Chicken Gumbo Recipe brings deep, authentic taste to your table with minimal fuss, making it perfect for a satisfying family meal.
This recipe shines by letting your slow cooker do all the heavy lifting, allowing the boneless, skinless chicken thighs, robust Andouille sausage, and fresh vegetables to meld into a flavorful, hearty stew. The generous inclusion of healthy ingredients like okra, celery, and bell peppers, along with whole tomatoes and brown rice, ensures a vibrant dish that feels both indulgent and wholesome. It truly is a healthy gumbo recipe that doesn't compromise on flavor.
You can expect a robust and savory gumbo, brimming with incredibly tender chicken, spicy slices of Andouille sausage, and a medley of softened vegetables. Each spoonful offers a comforting blend of traditional spices—fragrant sage and earthy thyme—with the subtle tang of tomatoes and the distinctive richness from the gumbo file. This slow cooker rendition provides a deeply satisfying main course that's perfect for chilly evenings or a hearty weekend dinner.
Feel free to adjust this gumbo to your liking: if you prefer a different protein, you could use turkey sausage instead of Andouille for a milder flavor. For an extra vegetable boost, consider adding diced carrots alongside the celery and bell peppers. You can also vary the heat by adjusting the amount of Tabasco added at serving, or even stirring in a pinch of cayenne pepper with the other spices.
Serve this hearty slow cooker gumbo as a standalone main course, perhaps alongside a simple side salad or crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the savory broth. It's perfect for a cozy weeknight meal or a casual gathering that feeds up to 6 people.