How to Make Gumbo - a Guide - Chili Pepper Madness

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon oil
• 1 pound chicken thighs (chopped - chicken breast is good, too)
• Salt and pepper (to taste (I use 1 teaspoon each))
• 12 ounces andouille ( sliced into ¼ inch slices)
• ½ cup peanut oil (or vegetable oil)
• ½ cup flour
• 1 medium bell pepper (chopped)
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 2 medium celery stalk s (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (chopped)
• 1 cup sliced okra (optional)
• 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning (or more to taste)
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 3 bay leaves
• 4 tablespoons chopped parsley (+ more for serving)
• 1 tablespoon filé powder (or to taste if desired)
• For Serving: Cooked white rice if desired