Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Quick Sausage & Rice One-Pan Dinner. This simple yet satisfying dish combines savory sausage, fluffy rice, and colorful bell peppers, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With a medley of spices and fresh ingredients, you’ll create a meal that’s not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a comforting and hearty dish that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sausage (Italian or smoked)
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the bell peppers and onion into bite-sized pieces and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, drizzle olive oil and add sliced sausage. Cook until browned and crispy for about 5-7 minutes.
- Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in long grain white rice along with chicken broth and spices. Mix well.
- Bring to a boil, then lower heat to simmer. Cover the pan and cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice absorbs all liquid.
- Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg