Instant Pot CHICKEN and SAUSAGE GUMBO - JAMBALAYA

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.

Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode.

Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and let it heat up.

Add sausage and chicken to the pot and sauté for about 5 minutes until browned.

Remove the meat using a slotted spoon, leaving the juices in the pot.

Add 1/2 cup of oil and 1 cup of flour to the pot to make a roux, whisking for about 10 minutes.

Add chopped onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic to the roux and stir for about 5 minutes.

Add broth, okra, black pepper, cayenne, thyme, Creole seasoning, and tomatoes to the pot.

Stir everything well, pop the lid on, and set the Instant Pot to cook for 4 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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