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Andouille Sausage Cajun Gravy

A rich and flavorful Cajun gravy made with andouille sausage, perfect for serving over rice or biscuits.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, sauce
Cuisine: Cajun, Southern
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

Andouille Sausage
  • 1 pound Andouille sausage sliced
Vegetables
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 cup green bell pepper diced
  • 1 cup celery diced
Liquids
  • 2 cups chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 cup heavy cream
Spices
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
Thickening Agent
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
Oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Method
 

Cook Sausage
  1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
Add Vegetables
  1. Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Make Roux
  1. Sprinkle the flour over the sausage and vegetable mixture, stirring constantly for about 2 minutes to create a roux.
Add Liquids
  1. Slowly pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Bring to a simmer.
Season and Thicken
  1. Add the Cajun seasoning, black pepper, and salt. Let the gravy simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
Serve
  1. Serve the andouille sausage Cajun gravy over rice or biscuits.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. This gravy can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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