Low Sodium Savory Sausage and Rice
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Low Sodium Savory Sausage and Rice recipe, a wholesome and flavorful dish perfect for those seeking a heart-healthy meal. Packed with the deliciousness of tender low sodium chicken sausage, nutty brown rice, and a vibrant medley of garlic, onion, and red bell pepper, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal salt. Seasoned with earthy thyme, smoky paprika, and a dash of black pepper, it’s a comforting yet light dish that comes together in under an hour. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this one-pan wonder is as nutritious as it is satisfying. Ideal for meal prep, family dinners, or a quick, guilt-free weekday meal, this recipe is an easy and delicious way to enjoy a sodium-conscious lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces low sodium chicken sausage
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, bring low sodium chicken broth to a boil.
Add the brown rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 35 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Slice the low sodium chicken sausage into 1/4 inch thick rounds and add to the skillet. Cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add minced garlic, chopped onion, and chopped red bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
Add black pepper, dried thyme, and paprika to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Return the sausage to the skillet and stir everything together.
Add the cooked brown rice to the skillet and mix well with the sausage and vegetables.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat everything through.
Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.7 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.9 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 2139 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 76.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.0 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 79.6 g | 159% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1921 mg | 41% | |
*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.
