Description
Easy One Pot Sausage And Rice is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings the warmth of home-cooked meals to your table in just one pot. This recipe combines smoky sausage with tender rice and fresh vegetables, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings with family. With minimal prep and cleanup, you’ll spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying delicious food. Customize it with your favorite ingredients or spices for a personalized touch!
Ingredients
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- 14 ounces smoked sausage (like kielbasa), sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: Slice the sausage, dice the onion and bell pepper, and mix spices in a bowl.
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Once hot, cook the sausage until browned (5-6 minutes). Add onions and sauté until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Combine chicken broth, rice, tomato paste, bell pepper, and mixed spices in the pan. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Cover the pan, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 20-23 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Use high-quality smoked sausage for optimal flavor. Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition. Let the dish rest covered for a few minutes before serving to let flavors meld.