Black Bean Smoked Spicy Sausage Casserole

Bold, smoky, and brimming with vibrant flavors, this Black Bean Smoked Spicy Sausage Casserole is the ultimate comfort food with a kick. Perfectly sautéed smoked spicy sausage meets tender black beans, juicy diced tomatoes, and sweet bell peppers, all brought together with a medley of bold spices like smoked paprika and cumin for a rich, savory base. Layered with fluffy white rice and topped with melty sharp cheddar cheese, this casserole bakes to golden, bubbly perfection. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh green onions, it’s an easy, one-dish meal that’s both hearty and satisfying. Ideal for weeknight dinners or serving a crowd, this casserole is a delicious fusion of smoky, spicy, and cheesy goodness that'll have everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, it's ready in under an hour!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces smoked spicy sausage
• 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
• 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 15 ounces (canned, drained and rinsed) black beans
• 14 ounces (canned) diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups cooked white rice
• 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 stalks (sliced thinly) green onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Slice the smoked spicy sausage into 1/4-inch rounds and add them to the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until nicely browned. Remove sausage and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced yellow onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, and chicken broth. Mix well.

Step 7

Add chili powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture and let it simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Add the cooked white rice and browned sausage back into the skillet. Mix to combine.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 13

Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2235.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2928.2

Total Fat 173.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 381.7mg	0%
Sodium 8426.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 214.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 134.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80.0IU	0%
Calcium 1779.5mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 2849.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.8%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 29.0%