Comforting Chicken Étouffée: Your New Go-To Comfort Meal

This Chicken Étouffée is a comforting Cajun stew that wraps you in warmth with every spoonful.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: Cajun

Calories: 450

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken and Roux

1 pound Boneless Chicken Thighs Can use bone-in thighs for more flavor.
4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for flavor development.
1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Used to create the roux.

For the Cajun Holy Trinity

1 large Onion Chop finely.
1 large Green Bell Pepper Chop finely.
1 large Red Bell Pepper Chop finely.
2 stalks Celery Chop finely.

For Flavor Boosters

2 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste.
3 cloves Garlic Mince finely.
4 stalks Green Onions Chop and reserve half for serving.

For the Sauce

4 cups Chicken Broth Ensure it's warmed before adding.
2 tablespoons Browning Sauce Common choice is Kitchen Bouquet.
1/4 cup Parsley Leaves Can omit but recommended.

For Serving

4 cups Cooked White Rice Cook according to your favorite recipe.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Finely chop the onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, celery, and green onions. Mince the garlic and season the chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning.
Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the seasoned chicken thighs for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Lower the heat to medium and melt the butter. Gradually whisk in the flour, stirring for 10-15 minutes until a medium brown roux forms.
Add the chopped onion, bell peppers, celery, and half the green onions to the roux. Sauté for roughly 10 minutes, then add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Whisk in the warmed chicken broth gradually and add a splash of browning sauce. Return the seared chicken to the skillet and let simmer for 30 minutes.
After simmering, chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and stir in chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning with Cajun seasoning if desired.
Serve the Chicken Étouffée over cooked rice and garnish with the remaining green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is a crowd-pleaser and perfect for family dinners or gatherings.

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