Main Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large yellow onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced

Meats and Seasonings:

• 1 pound andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into chunks
• 6 cups chicken stock
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (optional)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

Finishing Touches:

• 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 4 green onions, sliced
• Cooked white rice for serving
• File powder (optional, for garnish)