Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Louisiana with this Authentic Chicken Étouffée Recipe. This classic Cajun dish features tender chicken thighs simmered in a luscious, brown roux-based sauce that showcases the famous holy trinity of onions, bell peppers, and celery. Perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings, each bite delivers a comforting essence that warms the soul. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced cook, this easy-to-follow recipe guarantees delicious results every time.
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless chicken thighs
- 2–3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or vegetable 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 (loosely packed)
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions
- Prep: Chop vegetables and season chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning.
- Sear: Heat oil in a skillet; sear chicken on both sides until browned. Set aside.
- Roux: In the same skillet, melt butter, whisk in flour, and cook until medium brown.
- Sauté: Add chopped vegetables to the roux and sauté until softened; stir in garlic.
- Simmer: Whisk in warmed broth; return chicken to skillet and simmer until thickened.
- Finish: Chop chicken into pieces, stir in parsley, and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Ladle over rice and garnish with green onions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added spice, increase the Cajun seasoning or serve with hot sauce. You can use chicken breasts instead of thighs if you prefer leaner meat. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for up to three months.