Cajun Sausage and Rice
Get ready to spice up your weeknight dinners with this hearty Cajun Sausage and Rice recipe! Packed with bold flavors, this one-pot dish features smoky andouille sausage, tender long-grain white rice, and a medley of colorful vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and onion. Infused with classic Cajun spices, smoked paprika, and a touch of thyme, every bite offers a robust taste of Louisiana-inspired comfort. The addition of diced tomatoes and chicken broth brings a savory depth of flavor, while a final garnish of fresh scallions adds a pop of freshness. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, this recipe comes together in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy families or anyone craving a warm, flavorful dish. Don't forget to share this easy and delicious one-pot wonder with your loved ones!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces andouille sausage
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
- 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 14.5 ounces, canned diced tomatoes
- 2 sliced scallions
- 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoon (or to taste) black pepper
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Slice the andouille sausage into rounds, then add them to the skillet.
Cook the sausage for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned. Remove the sausage from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once hot, toss in the diced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and celery.
Sauté the vegetables for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the uncooked rice, coating it in the oil and allowing it to lightly toast for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and canned diced tomatoes (with their juices). Add the Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Return the browned sausage to the skillet, mixing it into the rice mixture.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the rice is fully cooked, remove the skillet from the heat. Let it rest, covered, for 5 minutes.
Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with sliced scallions before serving. Enjoy your Cajun Sausage and Rice warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
416 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 39% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1305 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.2 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*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.
