Saute coated chicken cubes in large saute pan in vegetable oil until chicken is golden. In 5-quart kettle, saute celery, bell pepper, onion and garlic in butter about 3 minutes. Add reserved flour mixture, sausage and chicken. Saute 3 minutes. Add stock and okra, if using, bring to boil and cook until heated through.
Andouille sausage is available at some specialty food stores.
Smoked sausage links can be substituted, although the flavor will not be exactly the same. Use to taste. All rights reserved.