Description
Learn how to make authentic chicken étouffée with this simple recipe. This creamy and flavorful Cajun dish is perfect for a home-style meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 5 green onions
- 6 cloves garlic
- 3 cups chicken broth (warmed)
- 1 teaspoon browning sauce
- ¼ cup parsley leaves
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
- Finely chop onion, bell peppers, celery, green onions, and parsley. Mince garlic. Season chicken with Cajun seasoning.
- Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken thighs until browned, then set aside.
- Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 10-15 minutes until it reaches a medium brown color.
- Add onions, bell peppers, celery, and half the green onions to the roux. Sauté for 10 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in warmed chicken broth until smooth. Add browning sauce and the seared chicken. Simmer on low for 30 minutes until thickened and chicken is cooked through.
- Remove chicken, chop into bite-sized pieces, and return to the pot. Stir in parsley and more Cajun seasoning if desired.
- Serve the chicken étouffée over rice, topped with the remaining green onions.
Notes
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Browning sauce adds color and a subtle depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving