Thoroughly wash and dry the chicken. Season the chicken with the salt, pepper, thyme,

garlic powder and onion powder and mix until your chicken has been evenly coated.

Add the canola oil to the pan and using medium heat bring your pan to temperature.

Brown the chicken for four minutes on each side then remove them from the pan and set them aside until later.

Remove most of the oil from the pan leaving about one tablespoon then melt the butter.

Saute the onion and celery for 3 minutes.

Add the garlic and continue to saute for an additional minute.

Add the flour and allow it to cook until it has reached a rich brown color.

Pour in the chicken broth then season with the Cajun seasoning.

Mix well then bring the liquid to a light simmer.

Return the chicken to the pan then cover.

Reducing the heat to medium low, allow the chicken to cook for one hour

After one hour remove the lid then simmer for an additional 15 minutes. After 15 minutes it is ready to serve.