Best 6 New Orleans Style Stewed Chicken Recipes

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New Orleans style stewed chicken is a delightful dish that combines the flavors of traditional Creole cuisine with the convenience of a one-pot meal. This hearty and flavorful stew features tender chicken simmered in a rich, aromatic broth infused with a medley of spices, vegetables, and herbs. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this article will guide you through the steps of creating an authentic New Orleans style chicken stew that will satisfy your cravings and leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

STEWED CHICKEN



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Provided by Red Beans and Eric

Categories     Main - POULTRY

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 lbs drumsticks
1 lbs thigh
2 tbsp bacon fat
1 tbsp parsley flakes
1 tbsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp white pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp ground sage
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup bacon fat
1 cup yellow onion (diced)
1 cup green bell pepper (diced)
1/2 cup celery (diced)
1 jalapeno pepper (diced)
1/8 tsp dried thyme
4 cloves garlic (minced)
4 cups chicken stock
1 8- oz can of sliced mushrooms (drained)
1/2 cup green onions (finely chopped)
Tabasco Sauce
Salt and Pepper for taste
Cooked Rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the parsley, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, white pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme and sage.
  • In a dutch oven, melt the 2 tablespoons of bacon fat.
  • Mix each of the chicken pieces in the small bowl of seasonings so each piece is lightly covered.
  • Once the bacon fat is ready, brown the chicken pieces in batches until all the pieces are done. It takes about 3-4 minutes per side... set the browned pieces aside.
  • In the dutch oven, heat the 1/2 cup of remaining bacon fat. Slowly add the flour and make a dark chocolate roux. Once the color of the roux is set, remove the pot from the burner and add the onions, green bell pepper, celery, jalapeno pepper, dried thyme and garlic. Keep stirring until the vegetables have softened - about 5 minutes.
  • Put the pot back on the burner, add the chicken stock and bring to a boil. Once the pot reaches a boil, add the chicken back to the pot, cover slightly and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 60 minutes.
  • With 5-10 minutes left, add the mushrooms, green onions and Tabasco Sauce. Here you can also check the flavor and add salt and pepper if needed.
  • To serve, place the cooked rice on a plate with a couple pieces of the chicken. Pour some of the gravy over the rice and chicken. Enjoy the fall off the bone chicken!

NEW ORLEANS-STYLE STEWED CHICKEN



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This New Orleans stewed chicken is like a gumbo but with far less liquid and bigger pieces of meat. Don't let the long list of ingredients trick you into thinking it's a difficult recipe to cook. Most of the ingredients are herbs and spices that coat the chicken. —Eric Olsson, Macomb, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
1-1/8 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 pound chicken drumsticks
1 pound bone-in chicken thighs
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup bacon drippings or olive oil, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken stock
4 green onions, finely chopped
5 drops hot pepper sauce
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix parsley, salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, cayenne and sage; rub over chicken. In a Dutch oven, brown chicken, in batches, in 2 tablespoons bacon drippings; remove chicken from pan., Add remaining 1/2 cup bacon drippings to the same pan; stir in flour until blended. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until browned (do not burn). Add mushrooms, onion, green pepper and celery; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add jalapeno pepper, garlic and remaining 1/8 teaspoon thyme; cook 1 minute longer., Gradually add stock. Return chicken to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until chicken is very tender, about 1 hour., Skim fat. Stir in green onions, hot pepper sauce and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680 calories, Fat 48g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 1847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

NEW ORLEANS-STYLE STEWED CHICKEN



New Orleans-Style Stewed Chicken image

This New Orleans stewed chicken is like a gumbo but with far less liquid and bigger pieces of meat. Don't let the long list of ingredients trick you into thinking it's a difficult recipe to cook. Most of the ingredients are herbs and spices that coat the chicken. —Eric Olsson, Macomb, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons salt
1-1/4 teaspoons pepper, divided
1-1/8 teaspoons dried thyme, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1 pound chicken drumsticks
1 pound bone-in chicken thighs
2 tablespoons plus 1/2 cup bacon drippings or olive oil, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups chicken stock
4 green onions, finely chopped
5 drops hot pepper sauce
Hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix parsley, salt, 1 teaspoon pepper, 1 teaspoon thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, cayenne and sage; rub over chicken. In a Dutch oven, brown chicken, in batches, in 2 tablespoons bacon drippings; remove chicken from pan., Add remaining 1/2 cup bacon drippings to the same pan; stir in flour until blended. Cook and stir over medium-low heat for 30 minutes or until browned (do not burn). Add mushrooms, onion, green pepper and celery; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add jalapeno pepper, garlic and remaining 1/8 teaspoon thyme; cook 1 minute longer., Gradually add stock. Return chicken to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until chicken is very tender, about 1 hour., Skim fat. Stir in green onions, hot pepper sauce and remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Serve with rice. , Freeze option: Place individual portions of cooled stew in freezer containers and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add a little broth if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 680 calories, Fat 48g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 1847mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 38g protein.

NEW ORLEANS-STYLE CHICKEN



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This hearty one-dish meal from Jason Bagley of Kennewick, Washington is loaded with tender chunks of chicken, colorful veggies , beans and rice. "This healthy dish is a favorite of mine," Jason notes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 teaspoons canola oil, divided
2 medium carrots, chopped
2 large portobello mushrooms, stems removed, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2-3/4 cups water
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 package (8 ounces) red beans and rice mix
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1/3 cup shredded Asiago cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, brown chicken in 1 teaspoon oil; remove and set aside. In the same skillet, saute the carrots, mushrooms, onion and peppers in remaining oil for 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., Add water; bring to a boil. Stir in the beans, rice mix and chicken; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30-35 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender., Stir in tomatoes; heat through. Just before serving, sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 891mg sodium, Carbohydrate 50g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

JAZZY NEW ORLEANS CHICKEN



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This is one of my families favorite chicken dishes. It's easy, and everything is made in one pot. This mom likes that.

Provided by Charlene

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, skin removed and cut into pieces
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ pound smoked sausage
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
3 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon brown sugar
¾ teaspoon dried thyme
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
2 ¼ cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
1 lemon - sliced, for garnish

Steps:

  • Dredge chicken in flour, turning to coat all over.
  • In large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Brown chicken pieces about 8 minutes per side. Transfer to plate.
  • Combine sausage, garlic, onion, peppers, tomatoes, sugar, thyme, oregano, salt, and allspice in the pan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes or until peppers are softened.
  • Stir in rice, and add stock. Nestle chicken into rice. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and cover. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed and juices run clear when chicken is pierced. Serve sprinkled with parsley. Garnish with lemon slices if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.3 g, Cholesterol 78.8 mg, Fat 39.9 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 565.7 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

CAJUN CHICKEN STEW



Cajun Chicken Stew image

Provided by Alexis M. Touchet

Categories     Soup/Stew     Chicken     Onion     Stew     Dinner     Bell Pepper     Winter     Gourmet     Louisiana     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 to 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (3- to 31/2-lb) chicken, cut into serving pieces
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
3 cups water
1/4 teaspoon cayenne, or to taste
3/4 cup thinly sliced scallion greens
Accompaniment: cooked white rice

Steps:

  • Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a 4- to 5-quart heavy pot (preferably cast-iron) over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Pat chicken dry and sprinkle with salt. Brown chicken in 4 batches, turning, about 5 minutes per batch, transferring as browned to a large bowl.
  • Add enough of remaining oil to pot to total 1/4 cup fat, then stir in flour with a flat metal or wooden spatula and cook over moderately low heat, scraping back and forth constantly (not stirring), until roux is the color of milk chocolate, 10 to 20 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook, scraping back and forth occasionally, until onion is softened, about 8 minutes.
  • Add water to roux mixture and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally until roux is incorporated. (Roux will appear curdled initially, but will come together as it reaches a boil.) Add chicken and any juices accumulated in bowl, then simmer, partially covered, until chicken is cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes. Stir in cayenne, scallion greens, and salt to taste and serve over rice.

Tips:

  • Use a Dutch oven or a large pot with a heavy bottom. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Brown the chicken in batches. This will help to develop flavor and color.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot. If you add too much chicken at once, it will not brown properly.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to the stew.
  • Season the stew well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour. This will allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles.

Conclusion:

New Orleans-style stewed chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its bold flavors and hearty ingredients, this stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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