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Zydeco recipe served on a plate, by Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Garden City, KS

Jul 14 2026

Restaurants›Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Garden City, KS›Zydeco Recipe

Zydeco Recipe

Inspired by Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux - Garden City, KS

Time1h

Serves6

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 cup Andouille sausage

2 cups Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless

1 cup Shrimp, peeled and deveined

1 cup Crawfish (optional)

1 cup Bell pepper, diced

1 cup Onion, diced

1 cup Celery, diced

3 cloves Garlic, minced

4 cups Chicken broth

1 can Canned diced tomatoes

2 tbs Cajun seasoning

2 leaves Bay leaves

2 tbs olive oil

1 tsp Celtic sea salt

1 tsp black pepper

4 cups Cooked white rice

1/2 cup Green onions, sliced

Method

Preparation

Prepare the Ingredients

Dice the bell pepper, onion, and celery. Mince the garlic. Set aside.

Cook the Sausage

In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

Brown the Chicken

Add the chicken thighs to the pot and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side.

Add the Vegetables

Stir in the diced bell pepper, onion, celery, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.

Simmering

Add the Remaining Ingredients

Pour in the chicken broth and add the canned diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.

Incorporate Shrimp and Crawfish

If using, add the shrimp and crawfish to the pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Reduce Heat and Simmer

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Remove Bay Leaves

After 30 minutes, remove the bay leaves from the pot and discard them.

Serving

Serve the Dish

Ladle the Zydeco into bowls over a serving of cooked white rice. Garnish with sliced green onions.