Description
Dive into the delightful flavors of Instant Pot Louisiana Gumbo with Chicken and Shrimp, a vibrant dish that captures the essence of New Orleans right in your kitchen. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, offering a warm, comforting meal that everyone will love. Tender chicken and succulent shrimp mingle with bold Cajun spices and fresh vegetables, all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup. In just about an hour, you can enjoy a hearty gumbo that is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread for a satisfying dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound raw shrimp
- 10 oz chicken sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup long grain enriched white rice
- 24 oz chicken broth
- Chopped green peppers
- Chopped celery
- Chopped onions
- 3 garlic cloves
- Cajun spices, including cayenne pepper and Creole seasoning
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (Divided into 2 portions)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1–2 cups frozen chopped okra
- 1 tablespoon Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base (Optional)
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In the Instant Pot, select sauté mode. Heat olive oil and butter until melted. Whisk in flour to form a roux; cook until deep brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add chopped green peppers, celery, onions, and minced garlic to the roux; cook until softened (3-5 minutes).
- Mix in sliced chicken sausage and skinless chicken breasts; coat well with the roux.
- Pour in water and chicken broth. Add optional Better Than Bouillon Chicken Base and diced tomatoes if using. Stir in seasonings.
- Close the lid and set to high pressure for 25 minutes. Allow natural release for 10 minutes before manually releasing remaining pressure.
- Open the lid and stir in raw shrimp; let sit covered for 5 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove bay leaf before serving over rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg