Description

Rice and sausage recipes are the ultimate comfort food, offering a perfect blend of flavors that warms the soul. This one-pot dish features fluffy long-grain rice infused with the smokiness of sausage, paired with aromatic herbs and colorful vegetables. Whether for a cozy family dinner or a quick weeknight meal, it’s satisfying and customizable to your taste.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup long-grain rice (jasmine or basmati)
1 cup smoked sausage (sliced)
1 medium onion (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 cup bell peppers (chopped, any color)
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until fragrant and golden brown, about 3 minutes.
Add sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, approximately 5 minutes.
Stir in uncooked rice and chopped bell peppers; let them absorb flavors for about 2 minutes.
Pour in chicken broth along with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
Cover and reduce heat, letting it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until rice is cooked through.
Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Skillet
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
Calories: 360
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 650mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider using different types of sausage like Italian or chorizo. You can make this dish vegetarian by substituting sausage with beans or plant-based options. This recipe is great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.