Cheesy Sausage and Rice

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Cheesy Sausage and Rice recipe, a one-pan wonder packed with bold flavors and creamy, cheesy goodness. Featuring savory browned sausage, tender white rice simmered in fragrant chicken broth and tomatoes, and a touch of indulgent heavy cream, this hearty dish is finished with a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese. A hint of paprika adds warmth, while green onions lend a fresh, optional garnish. Perfect for busy evenings, this comforting recipe comes together in just 40 minutes and requires only a single skillet, making cleanup a breeze. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this cheesy, protein-packed comfort meal is sure to be a hit! Keywords: cheesy sausage and rice, one-pan dinner, quick weeknight meal, comforting rice recipe, skillet dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground sausage
• 1 medium, diced white onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 stalks, sliced thinly (optional garnish) green onion

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground sausage and cook, breaking it apart with a spatula, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the drippings in the skillet.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Sauté until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the white rice and toast it for 1-2 minutes until it becomes slightly golden.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and the can of diced tomatoes (with their juices). Mix well.

Step 7

Season with salt, black pepper, and paprika. Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 9

Stir in the heavy cream and return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Mix until everything is well combined.

Step 10

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover the skillet again. Allow the cheese to melt, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 11

Remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2002.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3326.9

Total Fat 259.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 734.1mg	0%
Sodium 8015.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 159.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1930.6mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1541.9mg	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: 70.1%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 10.8%