Ingredients
1/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup canola oil4 cups chicken broth, divided 1 package (14 ounces) smoked sausage, cut into 1/2-inch slices1 cup frozen sliced okra, thawed1 small green pepper, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 celery rib, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon pepper1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 cups coarsely shredded cooked chickenHot cooked rice
Preparation
In a heavy saucepan, mix flour and oil until smooth; cook and stir over medium heat until light brown, about 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook and stir until dark reddish brown, about 15 minutes (do not burn). Gradually stir in 3 cups broth; transfer to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker.
Stir in sausage, vegetables, garlic and seasonings. Cook, covered, on low until flavors are blended, 6-8 hours. Stir in chicken and remaining broth; heat through. Serve with rice.
