The Easiest Hot Sausage Kidney Beans with Rice

Looking for a hearty, one-pot meal that’s packed with bold flavors and comes together effortlessly? This recipe for The Easiest Hot Sausage Kidney Beans with Rice combines the smoky heat of hot sausage links with tender kidney beans, aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, and fluffy long-grain rice. With juicy diced tomatoes and savory chicken broth as the base, this dish delivers satisfying comfort food in just 45 minutes, perfect for a busy weeknight. Its easy preparation—featuring just one skillet—means minimal cleanup, while the addition of garlic, onion, and a touch of red pepper flakes gives it a comforting yet zesty kick. Serve this flavorful, protein-packed dish straight from the pan and garnish with fresh parsley for a crowd-pleasing dinner that’s as simple as it is delicious. Keywords: sausage and rice recipe, kidney beans and rice, one-pot dinner, easy weeknight meal, spicy sausage skillet.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Hot sausage links
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium (diced) Yellow onion
• 3 cloves (minced) Garlic cloves
• 2 cups Cooked kidney beans
• 1 cup Uncooked long-grain white rice
• 2.5 cups Chicken broth
• 1 14-ounce can Canned diced tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Slice the hot sausage links into bite-sized pieces. Add them to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 5

Stir in the uncooked rice and toast gently in the onion and garlic mixture for about 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.

Step 6

Add the cooked kidney beans, canned diced tomatoes (including their juices), chicken broth, smoked paprika, ground cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover with a lid.

Step 8

Simmer for about 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and has absorbed most of the liquid. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious Hot Sausage Kidney Beans with Rice!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1988.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2503.3

Total Fat 108.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 167.9mg	0%
Sodium 5107.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 289.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.5g
Protein 91.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 479.1mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 4088.7mg	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: 39.1%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 46.3%