Sausage and Rice Pilaf
Transform your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Sausage and Rice Pilaf, a one-pot wonder packed with savory smoked sausage, vibrant veggies, and perfectly seasoned long-grain rice. Infused with aromatic dried thyme, smoky paprika, and a rich chicken broth base, this dish strikes the perfect balance of comfort and bold flavor. The addition of sweet frozen peas and a pop of fresh parsley at the end brings a layer of freshness to every bite. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy, family-friendly recipe is ideal for busy nights and only leaves minimal cleanup behind. Serve it as a cozy main course or pair it with a crisp green salad for a complete, satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 12 ounces smoked sausage or kielbasa
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 large carrot
- 2 stalks celery stalk
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.
Slice the sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Add the sausage to the skillet and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set aside.
Dice the onion, carrot, and celery. Mince the garlic. Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the skillet and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.
Stir in the rice and cook for 2-3 minutes to lightly toast the grains.
Return the sausage to the skillet. Pour in the chicken broth, then add the thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, until the peas are heated through.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the pilaf before serving. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1888 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.3 g | 147% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 160 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 6874 mg | 299% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.2 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2471 mg | 53% | |
*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.
