Sausage and Rice Skillet (Printable Format)
A quick weeknight dinner with smoked sausage, bell peppers, and rice, all cooked in one skillet with a tomato-based sauce. Ready in 30 minutes!
# What You'll Gather:
→ For the skillet
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1 1/4 cup white rice (uncooked)
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2 tsp olive oil
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12 oz smoked sausage (sliced)
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1/2 red bell pepper (sliced)
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1/2 yellow bell pepper (sliced)
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1 small white onion (quartered and sliced)
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4 cloves garlic (minced)
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1/2 tsp kosher sea salt
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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5 tbsp tomato paste
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1 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth (divided)
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1 tsp paprika
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1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
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1 1/2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
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Start by cooking your rice according to the package directions. Once it's done, set it aside while you work on the rest.
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Heat up your cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once it's hot and shimmering, toss in the sliced sausage and let it brown for about 5 minutes, flipping halfway through. When it's nice and browned, scoop it out and set it aside.
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In that same skillet with all those tasty sausage bits, throw in your bell peppers and onion. Let them cook for 4-5 minutes until they soften up. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper, and cook for another minute until it smells amazing. Then move these to the same plate as your sausage.
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Turn the heat down to medium. Add the tomato paste and 3/4 cup of chicken broth to your skillet. Whisk them together until smooth and let the mixture simmer for about a minute. Stir in the paprika and cayenne to give it that perfect kick.
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Now for the fun part! Add your cooked rice, browned sausage, the rest of your chicken broth, and all those sautéed peppers and onions back into the skillet. Stir everything together until it's well combined and heated through.
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Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top and serve it up while it's hot! This dish is best right from the skillet when everything is warm and the flavors are at their peak.
# Important Tips:
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Want more heat? Add extra cayenne pepper or sprinkle in some red pepper flakes.
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This recipe works great with different types of sausage like andouille, chorizo, or turkey sausage.
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For a cheesy version, stir in some shredded cheddar or Parmesan cheese just before serving.
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Feel free to add extra vegetables like mushrooms, zucchini, or spinach to boost the nutrition.