Description
One-Pot Smoked Sausage and Rice is a hearty and flavorful meal that combines the smoky goodness of sausage with rice and fresh vegetables, all cooked in one pot for convenience.
Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Sauté the sausage and vegetables: In a large skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned on both sides. Remove the sausage and set it aside. In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and red bell pepper until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the seasonings: Stir in the paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and release their aroma.
3. Combine rice and broth: Add the uncooked rice and tomato paste to the skillet, stirring to coat the rice evenly. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
4. Simmer and finish: Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and stir to combine. Let the dish sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For added nutrition, incorporate additional vegetables like diced carrots or leafy greens.
Serve with a fresh green salad or steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 900
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 20
- Cholesterol: 50