Crab and Shrimp Gumbo with Chicken and Andouille Sausage
A gumbo that brings Maryland and Louisiana together
You’ve found it! Sweet lump crab, tender shrimp, and a sprinkle of SWEEETHEAT’s Savory Seafood Spice make this dish unforgettable. The secret ingredient? A smoky bacon roux that packs a punch of flavor you didn’t know you needed. Let’s get cooking!
Quick Facts about this Recipe
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Cook Time:
1 hour
Total Time:
1 hour 20 minutes
Servings:
4
Category:
Dinner
Heat Level:
Medium
Why You’ll Love This Recipe!
Looking for a gumbo that combines the best of Maryland and Louisiana?
This recipe has it all—sweet lump crab, tender shrimp, and the perfect kick from SWEEETHEAT’s Savory Seafood Spice.
The real game-changer is the smoky bacon roux, a rich, flavorful base that makes this dish truly unforgettable.
Packed with bold, restaurant-quality flavor, it’s the ultimate comfort food for cozying up on a cold day.
Whether you’re craving something new or perfecting a crowd-pleasing classic, this gumbo will impress every taste bud.
It’s time to bring the authentic taste of the South to your kitchen—yes, you can!
Step-by-Step Instructions
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 5-6 slices thick-cut bacon (yields ½ cup bacon grease for roux)
- 1 cup sliced andouille sausage
- 1 pound chicken breast or thighs, cut into chunks
- ½ pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
- ½ pound lump crab meat (8 oz can)
For the Holy Trinity
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium green pepper, diced
- 2-3 stalks celery, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, chopped
Additional Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons SWEEETHEAT Savory Seafood Spice
- 5 cups chicken stock
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onion for garnish
Step 1
Create Bacon Base
- Fry bacon until crispy
- Strain rendered grease through fine mesh strainer
- Reserve ½ cup plus 1 tablespoon for later use
Step 2
Cook Meats
- Heat 1 tablespoon bacon grease in large dutch oven
- Season chicken and andouille with 1 tablespoon SWEEETHEAT Savory Seafood Spice
- Brown for 5 minutes, remove and set aside
Step 3
Make the Roux
- Combine ½ cup flour with ½ cup bacon grease
- Cook over low-medium heat until milk chocolate colored
[Chef’s Tip: Watch your roux carefully – it can burn quickly. Slow and steady wins the race!]
Step 4
Build the Base
- Add trinity (onions, celery, green peppers) and garlic to pot
- Pour completed roux over vegetables
- Cook 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender
Step 5
Combine and Simmer
- Return chicken and sausage to pot
- Add lump crab meat
- Gradually stir in chicken broth
- Bring to boil, then reduce to simmer
- Cook 1 hour
Step 6
Final Touches
- Add remaining SWEEETHEAT Savory Seafood Spice
- Season with salt and pepper
- Add shrimp in final 10 minutes
Step 7
Serve
- Garnish with bacon bits and green onions
- Serve over white rice if desired
Storage and Tips
- Keeps in refrigerator up to 3 days
- Flavors develop overnight – even better the next day!
- Freezes well (without seafood added)
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