Easy Weeknight Skillet Rice and Sausage
Whip up a hearty and flavorful dinner in no time with this Easy Weeknight Skillet Rice and Sausage recipe! Perfectly browned smoked sausage, sautéed onions, garlic, and vibrant bell peppers are combined with tender long-grain white rice, savory chicken broth, and juicy diced tomatoes, all spiced with a touch of paprika and oregano. This one-pan wonder is ready in 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. With minimal cleanup and bold, satisfying flavors, this rice and sausage skillet guarantees happy plates all around. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve it warm for a comforting meal the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage (e.g., andouille or kielbasa), sliced into rounds
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat.
Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
Add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the same skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the uncooked rice and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to lightly toast.
Add the chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with their juice), paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the skillet with a lid. Simmer for 15 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Once the rice is cooked, return the sausage to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sausage is heated through.
Remove from heat and let the dish sit, covered, for 2 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.9 g | 163% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 200 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 5056 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.7 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 75.4 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2550 mg | 54% | |
*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.
