Authentic Chicken Étouffée
If you’re seeking a comforting dish that truly warms the heart, this Authentic Chicken Étouffée Recipe is your answer! Bursting with rich flavors, this classic Louisiana stew features tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious brown roux and aromatic vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also a delightful crowd-pleaser. Serve it over fluffy white rice, and you’ll have a satisfying meal that will quickly become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 3 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 2–3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large onion
- 1 green bell pepper
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 stalks celery
- 6 cloves garlic
- 3 cups chicken broth (warmed)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prep your veggies: finely chop onion, bell peppers, celery, green onions, and parsley; mince the garlic.
- Season chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat oil in a large skillet; sear chicken thighs for 3-5 minutes per side until browned.
- In the same skillet, reduce heat and melt butter; whisk in flour to make a roux until medium brown (10-15 minutes).
- Add chopped veggies to roux; sauté for about 10 minutes until softened, then stir in garlic for another minute.
- Gradually whisk in warmed broth and browning sauce; add chicken back to skillet and simmer on low for about 30 minutes.
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces, return to stew, stir in parsley, adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve over cooked white rice and garnish with green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg