Description
Savor the warmth of homemade sausage and rice with this delightful dish that combines savory sausage, fluffy rice, and vibrant vegetables in one pot. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or a cozy gathering with friends, this meal is bursting with flavor and comfort. With a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a satisfying dish that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sausage (Italian or chicken)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping the onion and bell peppers, and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté sliced sausages until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in long-grain rice to coat it in the juices from the pan.
- Pour in chicken broth along with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg