Description
This hearty and flavorful one-pan meal combines smoked sausage, bell peppers, and rice for a delicious and easy dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is packed with bold flavors and comes together in about 30 minutes!
Ingredients
For the skillet:
- 1 1/4 cup white rice (uncooked)
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 12 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 small white onion (quartered and sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 tsp kosher sea salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 5 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth (divided)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the rice: In a small saucepan, prepare the white rice according to the package instructions. Once done, set it aside.
2️⃣ Brown the sausage: Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and let it heat until shimmering. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for about 5 minutes, until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3️⃣ Sauté the vegetables: In the same skillet, add bell peppers and onion. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened. Add the garlic, salt, and black pepper and cook for 1 more minute, stirring until fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside with the sausage.
4️⃣ Make the sauce: Reduce the heat to medium. Add tomato paste and 3/4 cup of chicken broth to the skillet. Whisk until combined and let it simmer for 1 minute. Stir in paprika and cayenne pepper for extra flavor.
5️⃣ Combine everything: Add the cooked rice, sausage, remaining chicken broth, sautéed peppers, and onions back into the skillet. Stir well until everything is evenly combined.
6️⃣ Garnish & serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot!
Notes
- Want more spice? Increase the cayenne pepper or add red pepper flakes.
- Try a different sausage! Andouille, chorizo, or turkey sausage work great.
- Make it cheesy! Stir in shredded cheddar or Parmesan before serving.
- Add veggies! Mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach make great additions.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins