TEXAS OKRA GUMBO

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Spicy okra gumbo like grandma's made with bacon and chicken. Lots of okra and fresh cayenne peppers make this dish special.

Provided by jason

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Gumbo Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 onion, diced
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
2 (16 ounce) packages frozen cut okra
10 fresh cayenne peppers, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with juice
2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 cup long grain white rice
3 cups water

Steps:

  • Place bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Cook until evenly browned, then add onion, chicken cubes and okra. Cook, stirring, until chicken is tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in cayenne peppers, tomatoes, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Add rice and water, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 29.1 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 14.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 376.2 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Daneil Voice
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This gumbo is a delicious and unique twist on a classic dish. I highly recommend it!


maximilian mini
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I love the way the okra thickens the gumbo. It gives it a rich, velvety texture.


Impactful Teaching Ministries
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This gumbo is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, flavorful, and always hits the spot.


Shahin Sheikh
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I've made this gumbo several times now and it's always a hit. It's my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Lehlohonolo Hluni
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This gumbo is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I highly recommend it!


Jaciel Pinon
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I love the addition of okra to this gumbo. It gives it a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoy.


Keithrick Chapman
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The okra in this gumbo is cooked perfectly. It's not slimy or mushy, but it still has a nice bite to it.


Bigboy Rakodi
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I made this gumbo for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and the okra.


Hellen Sammy
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I followed the recipe exactly and the gumbo turned out delicious. My family loved it!


veera guttikonda
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This gumbo is a must-try for okra lovers. It's packed with flavor and the okra is cooked perfectly.


Chip Wood
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I've never had okra gumbo before, but this recipe made me a fan. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible.


Md Samjid
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This okra gumbo is a flavor explosion! It's hearty, savory, and has a perfect balance of spices. The okra adds a unique texture that I really enjoyed.