Chicken Gumbo

Directions

1. 1
   After chicken is cleaned and dressed, cut it into serving portions.
2. 2
   Flour lightly and saute in butter along with chopped onions.
3. 3
   When chicken is nicely browned, add okra, tomatoes, parsley and water.
4. 4
   Cook very slowly until chicken is tender and okra well cooked, 2 1/2 hours.
5. 5
   Add water as required during the slow cooking process.
6. 6
   Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7. 7
   If thin soup is preferred, increase the amount of water.