Description
Hearty Sausage and Rice Skillet delivers comfort and flavor in one pan, blending savory Italian sausage with perfectly seasoned rice. Quick, satisfying meals come together effortlessly, giving you a delicious dinner solution that brings warmth to your table.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) smoked sausage, sliced
Vegetables:
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small white onion, quartered and sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Grains and Liquids:
- 1 1/4 cups (300 milliliters) white rice (uncooked)
- 5 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 1/4 cups (300 milliliters) low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare white rice in a small saucepan according to package instructions, then set aside at room temperature.
- Warm a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle olive oil, and sear smoked sausage slices for approximately 5 minutes until golden brown on both sides. Transfer sausage to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, sauté bell peppers and onions for 4-5 minutes until they become tender and slightly translucent. Incorporate minced garlic, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for an additional minute to release aromatic flavors.
- Create a sauce by whisking tomato paste with chicken broth in the skillet. Allow the mixture to simmer for 1 minute, then blend in paprika and cayenne pepper for depth of flavor.
- Consolidate all components by returning cooked rice, browned sausage, remaining chicken broth, and sautéed vegetables to the skillet. Thoroughly mix and heat until everything is evenly warmed through.
- Elevate the dish by scattering freshly chopped parsley across the top, then serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Slice sausage uniformly to ensure even cooking and attractive presentation.
- Use a cast iron skillet for better heat distribution and deeper flavor development.
- Consider using brown rice for added nutritional value and nutty taste.
- Adjust cayenne pepper based on personal spice tolerance, ranging from mild to bold heat levels.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg