Instant Pot Chicken and Sausage Gumbo | Weeknight Wins | Better Homes & Gardens

andouille sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey sausage reduces fat while still providing flavor.

okra

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: frozen okra

Zucchini is a lower-calorie option that works well in stews.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: vegetable broth

Vegetable broth can be a cost-effective alternative.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: diced tomatoes

Diced tomatoes provide similar texture and flavor.

Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add the andouille sausage. Cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove the sausage and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.

Add the chicken thighs to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove the chicken and set aside with the sausage.

In the same pot, add onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the okra and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Return the sausage and chicken to the pot, adding the chicken broth and diced tomatoes.

Stir in the bay leaves, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Seal the Instant Pot and set to cook on high pressure for 8 minutes.

Once cooking is complete, perform a quick release of pressure.

Remove the chicken, shred it, and return it to the pot, discarding the bones.

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, simmering for an additional 10 minutes.

Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with green onions and parsley.

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