Description
Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into a flavorful celebration. With smoky sausage, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic spices, this quick recipe can be ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy families or casual gatherings, you’ll savor every bite while impressing your guests with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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- 12 oz Cajun smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Dice the bell peppers and onion; mince the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add sliced sausage to the skillet; cook until browned.
- Stir in garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Add rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg