OPTAVIA Counts:
- 1 Lean
- 3 Green
- 1 Healthy Fat
- 2 Condiment
Did we mention how much we love Gumbo? No, well we love gumbo and you’re going to love this Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo recipe too! It hits all the high spots on flavor but won’t weigh you down with extra carbs and calories! Would your family eat healthy American food every night? Prepare this healthy lean and green Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo recipe and you’ll be creating a American meal that is completely on almost any healthy meal plan and 100% delicious!
Difficulty: Easy
Servings: 3
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Benefits of Shrimp in your Diet
Introduction
Shrimp is an excellent source of protein, selenium, vitamin B12 and iodine. These nutrients are essential for good health and play a role in everything from tissue growth to energy production. Shrimp is also low in calories and fat compared to other seafood like salmon or tuna, making it an ideal meal option if you’re watching your weight or trying to lose some pounds.
If you’re looking for ways to add more shrimp into your diet without breaking the bank on fancy dinners out at trendy restaurants—or even just getting bored with your usual order of chicken fingers—then look no further than these seven reasons why it’s time we all started adding some shellfish into our lives!
Shrimp is low in fat and calories.
Shrimp is low in fat and calories, providing just 90 calories per 4-ounce serving. This makes it a great choice for people who are watching their weight or who want to add more protein to their diets.
Lean & Green Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Canola Oil
- 1 small Scallions Chopped
- 2 stalk Celery Diced
- 1.5 cup Diced Tomatoes
- 2 cup Water
- 1/4 tsp Dried Thyme
- 1 small Bay Leaf
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1.5 cup Okra Chopped
- 1 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
- 2 cup Frozen Riced Cauliflower
- 3/4 lbs Raw Shrimp
- 1/4 tsp Salt (optional)*
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 large Red Bell Peppers Diced
Lean & Green Chicken and Shrimp Gumbo
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot, and add the garlic, scallions, celery, and bell pepper; cook until translucent.
- Add the tomatoes, water, thyme, bay leaf, and cayenne; simmer for 15 minutes.
- Add the okra and chicken and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add the cauliflower and shrimp, and simmer for 3 minutes or until shrimp is cooked through. If gumbo is too thick, add water as desired. Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.
