Slow Cooker Chicken and Sausage Gumbo

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 bay leaf
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Cooked rice, for serving (optional)

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

6-8 hours on low

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large skillet, brown the chicken breasts over medium heat.
2. Add the sausage to the skillet and cook until browned.
3. Transfer the chicken and sausage to a slow cooker.
4. Add the onion, bell peppers, celery, and garlic to the slow cooker.
5. Pour in the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and chicken broth.
6. Season with the thyme, oregano, bay leaf, salt, and pepper.
7. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through.
8. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
9. Serve over cooked rice, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 350 per serving
• Fat: 15 grams
• Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
• Sodium: 800 milligrams
• Carbohydrates: 35 grams
• Protein: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and flavorful
• Hearty and filling
• Perfect for a cold night
• Can be customized to your taste

User Comments:

• "This gumbo is absolutely delicious! The flavors are so rich and complex."
• "I love how easy it is to make. I just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day."
• "This is my favorite gumbo recipe. It's always a hit with my family and friends."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to brown the chicken and sausage before adding them to the slow cooker to enhance the flavor.
• If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook this gumbo in a large pot over medium heat for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is cooked through.
• You can adjust the spiciness of this gumbo to your taste by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
• Gumbo is a very versatile dish. You can add or remove ingredients depending on your preferences.