Description
Experience the perfect weeknight meal with Easy One Pot Smoked Sausage and Rice. This hearty dish combines smoky sausage with tender rice and colorful veggies, all cooked together in just 30 minutes. Each bite delivers a burst of flavor that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters, making it an instant family favorite.
Ingredients
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- 14 oz smoked sausage (Kielbasa recommended)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors, diced)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and bell peppers until soft.
- Add minced garlic and sliced smoked sausage; cook until golden brown.
- Stir in rice, paprika, and Italian seasoning; toast for about a minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cover the skillet and cook for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite vegetables like spinach or substituting turkey sausage for a lighter option. To enhance flavors, add a splash of lemon juice before serving.