Emeril's Sausage Pot

Packed with bold Cajun flavors and hearty ingredients, Emeril's Sausage Pot is a one-pot wonder that's perfect for satisfying your comfort food cravings. This dish combines smoky sausage, tender vegetables, aromatic garlic, and perfectly seasoned long-grain rice all simmered together in a rich chicken broth with a hint of thyme and zesty Cajun seasoning. With vibrant additions like diced tomatoes, fresh parsley, and green onions, this recipe offers a balance of comfort and freshness in every bite. Ready in just an hour, it's an easy, family-friendly meal ideal for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve up this soul-warming classic and let the flavors transport you straight to New Orleans!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 pound smoked sausage
• 1 large yellow onion
• 1 large green bell pepper
• 2 stalks celery stalks
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
• 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 leaf bay leaf
• 3 stalks green onions
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Slice the smoked sausage into 1/2-inch rounds. Add the sausage to the pot and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside.

Step 3

Chop the onion, bell pepper, and celery into small dice. Mince the garlic.

Step 4

Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 5 minutes or until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the chicken broth, canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), and rice to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Season with Cajun seasoning, dried thyme, and add the bay leaf.

Step 8

Return the cooked sausage to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 10

Chop the green onions and parsley. Discard the bay leaf.

Step 11

Once the dish is done cooking, sprinkle the chopped green onions and parsley over the top for garnish.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy your hearty Emeril's Sausage Pot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2617.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2405.7

Total Fat 160.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 325.7mg	0%
Sodium 9817.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 32.0g
Protein 93.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 467.1mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 3574.0mg	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: 60.1%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 24.3%