Fiery Chipotle Rice and Sausage

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Fiery Chipotle Rice and Sausage recipe! This vibrant one-pan dish combines smoky sausage and fluffy white rice with the rich, spicy kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, creating a satisfying meal that's brimming with bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Aromatic garlic, onions, and bell peppers build a hearty base, while cumin and oregano add a warm depth of flavor. Simmered to perfection in savory chicken broth and finished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal. Easy to make in just 45 minutes, this fiery skillet sensation is a must-try for lovers of spice and comfort food alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces smoked sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 1.5 cups white rice
• 2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
• 1 whole lime

Directions

Step 1

Slice the smoked sausage into thin rounds. Dice the onion and red bell pepper, and finely chop the garlic cloves.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, until browned. Remove the sausage and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and red bell pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened.

Step 4

Add the chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then add it to the skillet. Stir the rice for 2-3 minutes, ensuring it is lightly toasted and coated with the flavors of the pan.

Step 6

Chop the chipotle peppers finely and add them to the skillet along with the adobo sauce, chicken broth, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together.

Step 7

Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the mixture simmer for 18-20 minutes, until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and allow it to rest, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Fluff the rice with a fork, then stir in the chopped cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 10

Serve hot and garnish with additional cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1707.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1813.7

Total Fat 119.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 238.1mg	0%
Sodium 8588.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 18.0g
Protein 69.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 273.9mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2100.2mg	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: 59.4%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 25.3%