Stuffed Onions Georgia
Elevate your next family dinner with the irresistible charm of Stuffed Onions Georgia, a comforting Southern-inspired dish crafted with tender Vidalia onions, savory ground sausage, and a hearty mix of rice, sharp cheddar cheese, and breadcrumbs. These sweet onions are hollowed out and filled to the brim with a flavorful stuffing, then baked to tender, golden perfection. Seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and parsley, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of smoky, cheesy, and savory flavors. Ideal for weeknight meals or as an impressive side dish, these stuffed onions are easy to prepare yet bursting with comforting, home-cooked goodness. Ready in just over an hour, this recipe is guaranteed to delight all at your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large Vidalia onions (or any sweet onions)
- 0.5 pounds ground sausage
- 1 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 0.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cups breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Peel the outer layers of the Vidalia onions carefully, leaving them whole. Cut off the top 1/4 inch of each onion and a small sliver from the bottom so they sit flat in the baking dish.
Using a spoon or melon baller, gently hollow out the centers of each onion, leaving about 1/2 inch of the outer layer intact. Save the removed onion pieces for later use.
Chop half of the reserved onion pieces finely. (You’ll need about 1/4 cup chopped onion.)
In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the ground sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Stir the cooked rice, shredded cheddar cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika into the sausage mixture. Mix thoroughly and remove from heat.
Stuff each hollowed-out onion with the sausage and rice filling, packing it in firmly. Place the stuffed onions in a baking dish.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 35 minutes.
After 35 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the onions are tender and the tops are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. If desired, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.5 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.0 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 312 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 2839 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 139.7 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.4 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.4 g | ||
| Protein | 71.9 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 565 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 927 mg | 20% | |
*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.
