Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet
This Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a one-pan wonder that's as easy to make as it is full of bold, smoky flavors.With just a few ingredients, including smoked sausage, rice, bell peppers, and Cajun seasoning, you can have a satisfying meal on the table in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Smoked Sausage such as Andouille or Kielbasa (sliced into ½-inch rounds)
- 1 cup Rice (long-grain white rice, rinsed)
- 1 Bell Pepper (red, diced)
- 1 Bell Pepper (green, diced)
- 1 medium Onion (yellow or white, diced)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 ½ cups Chicken Broth
- 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper (to taste)
- Fresh Parsley (optional, for garnish)
- Green Onions (optional, for garnish)
- Hot Sauce (optional, for serving)
Directions
- 1
Slice the sausage into ½-inch rounds.
- 2
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 3
In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell peppers. Sauté for about 3 minutes, until softened.
- 4
Add the rinsed rice to the skillet and stir to combine with the vegetables and oil. Toast the rice for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it starts to smell fragrant.
- 5
Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil.
- 6
Once the rice is cooked, add the sausage back to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine, and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley, green onions, and a drizzle of hot sauce if desired.