Sausage Rice Skillet

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this one-pot Sausage Rice Skillet, a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights! This hearty dish combines smoky slices of sausage, tender long-grain white rice, and a medley of vibrant bell peppers, onions, and peas, all simmered to perfection in a savory blend of chicken broth, tomatoes, and aromatic spices like paprika and Italian seasoning. Ready in just 40 minutes and made in a single skillet, this recipe is a breeze to prepare and minimizes cleanup. Whether you're serving it as a weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal, this easy sausage and rice skillet is sure to become a family favorite. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra burst of color and flavor! Keywords: sausage rice skillet, one-pot meal, easy weeknight dinner, smoky sausage recipe, comfort food.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 40 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

14 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 14 ounces smoked sausage (sliced)
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 2 medium bell peppers (diced, any color)
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 cup long-grain white rice (uncooked)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional, for garnish)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on the edges. Remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.

3. In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

4. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

5. Stir in the uncooked rice and cook for 1-2 minutes to lightly toast the grains.

6. Pour in the chicken broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

7. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet and bring the mixture to a boil.

8. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet with a lid, and let it simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

9. Stir in the frozen peas and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.

10. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (499.4g)

Calories		605
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		33.0 g	42%
	Saturated Fat	10.0 g	50%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		59 mg	20%
Sodium		1665 mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate		58.4 g	21%
	Dietary Fiber	5.0 g	18%
	Total Sugars	10.0 g
Protein		18.0 g	36%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		73 mg	6%
Iron		3.5 mg	19%
Potassium		783 mg	17%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1181 cal (49.1%%)

Protein: 291 cal (12.1%%)

Carbs: 932 cal (38.8%%)