Sausage Rice Skillet

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this one-pot Sausage Rice Skillet, a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights! This hearty dish combines smoky slices of sausage, tender long-grain white rice, and a medley of vibrant bell peppers, onions, and peas, all simmered to perfection in a savory blend of chicken broth, tomatoes, and aromatic spices like paprika and Italian seasoning. Ready in just 40 minutes and made in a single skillet, this recipe is a breeze to prepare and minimizes cleanup. Whether you're serving it as a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this easy sausage and rice skillet is sure to become a family favorite. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra burst of color and flavor! Keywords: sausage rice skillet, one-pot meal, easy weeknight dinner, smoky sausage recipe, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 14 ounces smoked sausage (sliced)
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 2 medium bell peppers (diced, any color)
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on the edges. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the uncooked rice and cook for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the grains.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2109.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2473.8

Total Fat 132.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 238.1mg	0%
Sodium 6865.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 241.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 45.1g
Protein 74.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 301.0mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 3297.7mg	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: 48.6%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 39.3%