Classic Cajun Gumbo

Ingredients

• 1 medium green bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 stalks celery
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1/2 bunch fresh parsley (optional)
• 2 to 3 tablespoons salt-free Cajun seasoning (see Recipe Notes), divided
• 2 teaspoons dried thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, plus more as needed
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, or 1 rotisserie chicken
• 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, plus more as needed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 14 ounces andouille sausage
• 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon neutral cooking oil, such as canola or vegetable, divided
• 6 cups (48 ounces) low-sodium chicken broth, at room temperature
• 2 teaspoons filé powder (optional, see notes below)
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 bunch medium scallions
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• Crystal or Tabasco hot sauce

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