Description
Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the South to your dinner table. This one-pan meal combines smoky Andouille sausage with tender rice and a medley of spices, creating a comforting dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this hearty dish that feeds the whole family. Best of all, the cleanup is a breeze thanks to its one-skillet nature. Customize it with your favorite vegetables to make it your own or keep it classic for an authentic Cajun experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 14 oz. Andouille sausage
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 bell pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/8 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 15oz. can fire roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1.5 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Brown the sliced sausage in a deep skillet over medium heat until browned.
- Add diced bell pepper and sauté for one minute until softened.
- Stir in spices and toast for another minute.
- Combine fire roasted tomatoes, rice, and chicken broth; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 20 minutes.
- Let it rest covered for an extra 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg