Quick Hoppin John
Transform weeknight dinners with this flavorful and satisfying Quick Hoppin’ John recipe, a modern twist on the Southern classic. Ready in just 30 minutes, this comforting one-pan dish combines smoky slices of sausage, tender black-eyed peas, and fluffy white rice, all infused with bold notes of smoked paprika, fragrant thyme, and a hint of heat from optional cayenne. The robust flavors come together in a savory chicken broth base that simmers to perfection for a deeply satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep, this recipe is as versatile as it is easy to make. Garnished with fresh scallions for a pop of color and flavor, it’s a timeless dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Keywords: Quick Hoppin’ John recipe, Southern-inspired dinner, one-pot black-eyed peas and rice.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage (sliced into rounds)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 15 ounces canned black-eyed peas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons scallions (sliced, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Add the sliced sausage and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the black-eyed peas, cooked rice, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Season with smoked paprika, dried thyme, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed and the flavors meld together.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove from heat and garnish with sliced scallions before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1134 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.5 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2834 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.6 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1567 mg | 33% | |
*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.
