Chicken Gumbo

2 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 1” cubes
2 pounds fresh okra, sliced 1/4” slices
2 large onions, chopped
2 large bell peppers, chopped
1/2 cup celery, chopped
4 tablespoons cooking oil
3 tablespoons flour
3 large tomatoes, cut up
2 cloves garlic, minced
salt & pepper to taste

Prepare a rue with cooking oil and flour. Cook until brown, stirring often. Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Slowly stir in 1 quart of water. Add salt and pepper to taste. Add cut-up tomatoes, okra and celery. Cover and cook about 30 minutes, until vegetables are done. Add chicken and simmer an additional 6 minutes.

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