Description
A hearty and flavorful one-pan meal, this Sausage and Rice recipe is a delicious combination of smoked sausage, vegetables, rice, and savory seasonings. Perfect for a quick and satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound smoked sausage (sliced into ¼-inch rounds)
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5–6 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in garlic, paprika, and thyme; cook for 30 seconds.
- Add Rice and Liquid: Add rice to the pan, stir to coat with spices. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes; stir to combine. Return sausage to the pan.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20–25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Finish and Serve: Fluff with a fork, season with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can use any variety of fully cooked sausage, such as kielbasa, andouille, or turkey sausage.
- Add hot sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Brown rice can be used but will require additional liquid and longer cooking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
