Easy Smoked Sausage Creole
Savor the bold, comforting flavors of the South with this Easy Smoked Sausage Creole recipe, a one-pot wonder that's both hearty and full of zesty Cajun flair. Perfectly browned slices of smoked sausage are simmered in a rich, spiced tomato-based sauce packed with fresh vegetables like bell peppers, celery, and onions. Infused with Cajun seasoning, thyme, and a hint of paprika, this dish delivers a vibrant, smoky heat that's customizable with optional hot sauce. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes and served over fluffy white rice, it’s a flavorful, family-friendly dinner ideal for busy weeknights. Garnish with green onions for a fresh, finishing touch, and bring a taste of Louisiana to your table!
Smart Nutrition Tracking with SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces smoked sausage (sliced into 1/4-inch rounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 2 celery stalks (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- hot sauce (optional, to taste)
- 4 cups white rice (cooked, for serving)
- 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (with juice), tomato sauce, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
Return the browned sausage to the skillet and stir it into the sauce.
Season with cajun seasoning, dried thyme, and paprika. If desired, add a few dashes of hot sauce for extra spice. Stir well.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to let the flavors meld.
Taste the creole and adjust seasoning, adding more cajun seasoning or hot sauce as desired.
Serve the smoked sausage creole over a bed of cooked white rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
695 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 47% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1389 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 928 mg | 20% | |
*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.
