Description
One Pot Smoked Sausage and Rice is the perfect weeknight meal that brings comfort and flavor together in one dish. Imagine tender rice infused with spices, paired with juicy smoked sausage, all cooked in a single pot for minimal cleanup. This recipe offers a deliciously satisfying experience that will impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen. Enjoy the delightful aroma as this dish simmers away, creating a hearty meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell pepper, diced (red or green)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
- Optional: Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients for a smooth cooking process.
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced sausage to the pot and brown slightly for added flavor.
- Pour in rinsed rice along with paprika and Cajun seasoning; stir well.
- Add chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Let sit covered for an additional five minutes before fluffing with a fork. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 55mg