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Chicken Étouffée

Comforting Chicken Étouffée: A Hearty Cajun Delight

Experience the delightful flavors of Chicken Étouffée, a comforting Cajun stew perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs can substitute with chicken breast
  • 8 ounces andouille sausage can replace with turkey sausage
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter adds richness
  • 1/4 cup flour for roux, gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 large green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 cup celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups chicken broth low-sodium or vegetable broth can be used
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1 teaspoon sea or kosher salt adjust according to taste
  • 2 cups steamed white rice for serving
  • to taste hot sauce your favorite brand

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced boneless skinless chicken thighs and sliced andouille sausage. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until browned and charred. Remove meat and set aside.
  2. Lower the heat and add another tablespoon of olive oil along with 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in 1/4 cup of flour to create a roux. Stir constantly for about 10 minutes until deep golden brown.
  3. Add diced onion, chopped green bell pepper, and diced celery to the roux. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Mix in 2 tablespoons of tomato paste and deglaze with 1/2 cup of chicken broth. Pour in the remaining broth, with 2 tablespoons of Cajun seasoning and 1 teaspoon of salt.
  5. Reintroduce chicken and sausage to the pot. Simmer gently, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve over steamed white rice and adjust heat with hot sauce to taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Stir constantly while making the roux to avoid burning. Let the chicken étouffée simmer longer for a thicker sauce.

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