Cooking a flavorful and hearty chicken and andouille sausage ragù is an ideal choice for a satisfying meal. This Italian-inspired dish combines the savory richness of chicken andouille sausage with a flavorful tomato-based sauce, creating a delicious and versatile dish. Whether you're entertaining guests or simply looking for a comforting home-cooked meal, this article will guide you through the process of making the best chicken and andouille sausage ragù, ensuring a satisfying culinary experience.
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CAJUN CHICKEN RAGOUT
This is an old, personal favorite recipe of mine. While not totally authentic, it celebrates the fabulous flavors of Cajun cuisine. Serve this thick sauce over rice.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Chicken
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Cook and stir bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 10 minutes. Transfer bacon to a bowl with a slotted spoon, reserving 2 tablespoons bacon fat in the pan.
- Return skillet to medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and a pinch of salt until onion begins to soften, about 5 minutes. Add green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and garlic; cook, stirring frequently, until bell peppers are soft, about 5 minutes.
- Pour vegetable oil into the onion mixture, sprinkle in flour, and cook until flour is browned and mixture thickens, about 5 minutes. Add 1 teaspoon black pepper, paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper and stir to combine.
- Pour 1/4 cup of chicken broth into vegetable mixture; cook and stir, scraping any browned bits off the bottom of the pan, until combined. Add remaining broth and Worcestershire sauce. Increase heat to medium-high and simmer until sauce is thick and reduced slightly, about 10 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Add andouille sausage, chicken, and reserved bacon. Cook until heated hot.
- Remove from heat, stir in green onions, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.3 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 104.7 mg, Fat 31.4 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 34.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1875.1 mg, Sugar 5.6 g
CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE RAGù
Steps:
- Place chicken thighs, skin side down, on work surface. Using sharp knife, cut each thigh lengthwise along each side of bone, forming 2 pieces of meat (some meat may remain on bones); reserve bones.
- Heat oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken and bones with salt and pepper. Working in batches, sauté in pot until brown, about 6 minutes per batch. Transfer to bowl. Add sausage to pot and sauté until brown, about 5 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer to bowl with chicken. Add carrots and onions to pot and sauté until onions are tender and golden, about 10 minutes. Stir in 1/4 cup marjoram, garlic, lemon peel, and crushed red pepper; sauté 2 minutes. Add wine and boil until reduced by half, about 3 minutes. Stir in tomatoes with juices and broth; bring to boil. Add chicken, bones, sausage, and any accumulated juices from bowl. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 35 minutes.
- Using slotted spoon, transfer chicken and sausage to bowl; discard bones. Boil liquid in pot until reduced to 3 cups, about 20 minutes. Stir in remaining 1/4 cup marjoram. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Return chicken and sausage to pot. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool slightly. Refrigerate uncovered until cold, then cover and keep refrigerated. Rewarm over medium heat before serving.) Spoon ragù over Campanelle Pasta with Parsley Butter.
CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE GUMBO
This chicken and andouille sausage gumbo is a great recipe for those who prefer gumbo without seafood.
Provided by VMB
Time 3h5m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook sausage in a Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring constantly until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage to a bowl and reserve drippings in the Dutch oven.
- Cook chicken in the drippings over medium heat to brown both sides, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Heat oil in the Dutch oven. Add flour; cook and stir constantly over medium heat until roux is thick and the color of chocolate, 20 to 30 minutes. Be careful not to burn or you'll have to start again.
- Add celery, onion, and bell pepper; cook and stir for 6 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes longer. Stir in hot broth and bring to a boil.
- Add chicken breasts, Worcestershire sauce, Creole seasoning, thyme, pepper flakes, and bay leaves. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 1 hour. Remove chicken and let cool.
- Add sausage to the gumbo and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Shred cooled chicken and add to the gumbo with green onions. Simmer for another 30 minutes.
- Remove gumbo from the heat. Discard bay leaves and sprinkle gumbo with file powder. Serve over hot rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 603.7 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 90.9 mg, Fat 40.9 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 1925 mg, Sugar 3.1 g
STEWED CHICKEN WITH ANDOUILLE
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut each chicken thigh into quarters (or 1 1/2-inch pieces, if large). Pat dry and season with 1 teaspoon salt. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage and cook, stirring, 1 minute. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed until browned, about 4 minutes. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown all over, about 5 more minutes. Sprinkle the flour over the chicken and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
- Stir in the broth and potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the potatoes are just tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in the okra and cook, covered, until the chicken and potatoes are cooked through, 5 to 10 more minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the lime juice and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 397, Fat 13 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 183 milligrams, Sodium 895 milligrams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 47 grams
SMOTHERED CHICKEN AND ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE
From Louisiana Cooking magazine. Couldn't find andouille sausage, and had to use smoked sausage instead. Was still delicious =).
Provided by BadJuuJuu
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h35m
Yield 12 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Season breasts with Tony Chachere's. Heat olive oil in cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and cook until brown, about 3 minutes each side. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Add sliced sausage to skillet and brown, approximately 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium. add onions, celery, and bell pepper, and saute until onions are translucent. Return chicken and sausage to the skillet, and add garlic and water. Stir to incorporate. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 45 minutes. Add green onions and parsley.
- Serve over cooked rice.
Tips:
- To achieve the best flavor, use high-quality andouille sausage. Look for a brand that is made with a blend of pork and beef and has a nice smoky flavor.
- If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot or skillet. However, a Dutch oven is ideal because it distributes heat evenly and helps to create a flavorful sauce.
- Be sure to brown the chicken and sausage before adding the other ingredients. This will help to develop the flavor of the dish.
- Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of spices in the recipe to suit your taste. If you like things spicy, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder.
- Serve the chicken and andouille sausage rag over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. You can also use it as a filling for tacos or burritos.
Conclusion:
Chicken and andouille sausage rag is a delicious and versatile dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner, give this recipe a try.
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