Description
A comforting classic combining sausage, rice, and vegetables in one pot for a delicious meal that’s simple to prepare.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage or smoked sausage
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sausage and cook until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic; sauté until the vegetables soften and the onions are translucent.
- Add the rice to the skillet, along with paprika and black pepper; stir well to coat.
- Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice absorbs the broth.
- Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, experiment with spices or substitute different types of sausage. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg