Description
Sausage and rice deliver a comforting culinary journey through rustic flavors and hearty ingredients. Packed with savory sausage, tender rice, and aromatic seasonings, you’ll savor each satisfying bite of this classic one-pot wonder.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (450g) smoked sausage or andouille sausage, sliced
Vegetables:
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas or corn (optional)
Grains and Liquids:
- 1 cup uncooked white rice (or brown rice)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
Seasonings and Optional Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Chopped parsley or green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by slicing sausage into uniform pieces and chopping vegetables with precision.
- Warm a large skillet over medium heat with olive oil, creating a sizzling surface for cooking.
- Brown sausage slices until golden and caramelized, approximately 3-4 minutes per side, then transfer to a separate plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic until they become translucent and fragrant, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Introduce rice into the vegetable mixture, incorporating smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper for depth of flavor.
- Gently toast rice for 1-2 minutes, allowing spices to bloom and grains to become slightly golden.
- Pour chicken broth and diced tomatoes into the skillet, creating a rich, flavorful liquid base.
- Reintroduce browned sausage to the pan and bring the entire mixture to a rolling boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let simmer for 15-18 minutes until rice becomes tender and absorbs the liquid.
- Stir in peas or corn during the final 2 minutes of cooking, adding a burst of color and freshness.
- Optional: Sprinkle cheese on top, allowing it to melt and create a creamy finish.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions for a vibrant presentation.
- Serve immediately while hot, enjoying the harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Slice sausage evenly to ensure uniform cooking and perfect browning across all pieces.
- Choose smoked or spicy sausage variants to intensify flavor complexity and add personal culinary twist.
- Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth for vegetarian adaptation, maintaining rich taste profile.
- Replace rice with cauliflower rice for low-carb option without compromising overall dish texture and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 415 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg