Sausage and Rice Jamba
Bring a taste of the South to your kitchen with this vibrant and hearty Sausage and Rice Jamba! Combining smoky andouille sausage, tender white rice, and a medley of colorful bell peppers, this one-pot wonder is infused with bold Cajun-inspired flavors from paprika, dried thyme, and a zesty Cajun seasoning blend. Simmered in a rich base of chicken broth and diced tomatoes, this dish is both comforting and packed with layers of savory goodness. Ready in just 50 minutes with minimal cleanup, it’s the perfect weeknight dinner to satisfy the whole family. Top it off with fresh green onions for a pop of freshness, and serve piping hot for an unbeatable crowd-pleaser! Ideal for fans of easy rice recipes, one-pot dinners, and Southern comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Andouille sausage
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
- 2 medium, diced (any colors) Bell peppers
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 14.5 oz (1 can) Canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 1 cup, uncooked White rice
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Dried thyme
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 stalks, sliced for garnish Green onions
Instructions
Slice the andouille sausage into 1/4-inch rounds.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned. Remove the sausage and set aside.
Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Sauté the diced onion and bell peppers for 5 minutes until softened.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned diced tomatoes (including juices), chicken broth, and uncooked rice. Stir to combine.
Mix in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Stir everything together.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and fully cooked.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Fluff the rice with a fork. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top as garnish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.1 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.3 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 302 mg | 101% | |
| Sodium | 8457 mg | 368% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.7 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 72.2 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2283 mg | 49% | |
*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.
