Description
One Pot Smoked Sausage and Rice is a delightful weeknight meal that fuses smoky sausage with hearty rice in a single pot. This dish not only tantalizes your taste buds but also fills your home with an irresistible aroma, inviting everyone to the table. Perfect for busy evenings or family gatherings, the vibrant colors and rich flavors make this recipe a must-try.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup bell peppers (diced, mixed colors)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 green onions (chopped, for garnish)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces. Dice bell peppers and onion, and mince the garlic.
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sausage until browned. Add onions and bell peppers; cook until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic, smoked paprika, and oregano; cook for an additional minute.
- Add rice and chicken broth to the pot; bring to a gentle boil while stirring.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Fluff rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, feel free to incorporate spinach or other vegetables. Swap smoked sausage for chicken or tofu for different flavor profiles. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to four days; reheat with a splash of broth.