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J. Gumbo’s Voodoo Chicken Recipe

J. Gumbo’s Voodoo Chicken Recipe

Make J. Gumbo’s Voodoo Chicken Recipe at home in just 50 minutes! Bold Cajun flavor, smoky spice, and tender chicken in a rich tomato-chipotle sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Additional Time (cooling, resting) 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 305
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs)
  • 1 medium white onion diced
  • 1 8-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 1 17.5-ounce can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (use to taste)
  • 1 cup water or chicken broth for richer flavor
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil vegetable or canola
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Large pot (for boiling chicken)
  • Deep skillet or pan (for cooking onions and sauce)
  • Blender or food processor (for smooth sauce)
  • Sharp knife (for dicing onion and trimming chicken)
  • Cutting board
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Start by trimming any excess fat from the chicken breasts. Rinse them under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Fill a large pot with enough water to cover the chicken completely. Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Bring it to a boil, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until the chicken is fully done, about 15–20 minutes. Remove from water and let it cool slightly, then shred it using forks or your hands.
  3. In a deep skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Dice your onion and cook it until soft and translucent, about 5–7 minutes. Stir occasionally so it doesn’t burn.
  4. While the onions cook, blend the tomato sauce, chipotle peppers, water, and a little pepper until smooth. Remember, the chipotle peppers are smoky and spicy, so add them gradually to reach your desired heat level.
  5. Add the shredded chicken to the cooked onions. Stir to mix them evenly.
  6. Pour the blended sauce over the chicken and onions. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil. Taste and add more salt or pepper as needed.
  7. Lower the heat, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes. This allows the sauce to fully soak into the chicken. Now you can serve your homemade J. Gumbo’s Voodoo Chicken Recipe.