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Chicken Étouffée

Delicious Chicken Étouffée: A Cajun Comfort Classic

Chicken Étouffée is a rich and creamy Cajun stew that combines tender chicken thighs with flavorful spices, perfect for comforting dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Boneless Chicken Thighs Can use bone-in for more flavor
  • 3 tablespoons Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Essential for roux
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour For thickening
  • 1 large Onion Finely chopped
  • 1 large Green Bell Pepper Finely chopped
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Finely chopped
  • 2 stalks Celery Finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 4 cups Chicken Broth Warm before adding
  • 1 tablespoon Browning Sauce Optional
  • 4 stalks Green Onions For garnish, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Leaves For garnish, chopped
  • 3 cups Cooked White Rice To serve

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Étouffée
  1. Finely chop the onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, celery, green onions, and parsley. Mince the garlic cloves and season the boneless chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken thighs and sear for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. In the same skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter and whisk in 1/4 cup of all-purpose flour for about 10-15 minutes until it reaches a medium brown color.
  4. Add the chopped onions, bell peppers, celery, and half of the green onions to the skillet. Sauté for about 10 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  5. Whisk in 4 cups of warmed chicken broth, and stir in optional browning sauce. Return seared chicken, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove the chicken, chop it into bite-sized pieces, and stir back into the sauce with fresh parsley. Adjust seasoning as necessary.
  7. Serve Chicken Étouffée over cooked white rice and garnish with remaining green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Reheat gently, adding broth if necessary to restore creaminess.

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