Smoked Sausage & Rice One Skillet Meal
Ingredients
- 1 tbs olive oil
- 1 tbs butter
- 1 lb Hillshire Farms Smoked Sausage sliced ¼-inch thick
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1½ cups cooked brown rice - I use minute rice to save time!
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
- 1
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add butter and olive oil until melted.
- 2
Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for about 5 minutes until sausage begins to brown.
- 3
Add the broccol and cover. Reduce heat to low and cook about 5 minutes more - stirring occasionally.
- 4
Add the cooked rice, garlic powder and onion salt to the skillet.
- 5
Stir well.
- 6
Add the shredded cheese - stiring well until the cheese is melted.
- 7
Remove from the heat and serve warm.
Smoked Sausage & Rice One Skillet Meal
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About this Recipe
Looking for a satisfying, hearty dinner that comes together in a flash? This Smoked Sausage & Rice One Skillet Meal delivers big flavor and ultimate convenience, making weeknight cooking a breeze.
What makes this dish a family favorite is its incredible simplicity combined with classic comfort. By utilizing cooked brown rice—especially minute rice—and pre-cooked smoked sausage, you bypass long cooking times without sacrificing a wholesome meal, all in a single skillet.
Imagine tender, savory slices of Hillshire Farms Smoked Sausage mingling with bright green broccoli florets and fluffy brown rice, all seasoned perfectly and brought together with a generous topping of melted cheddar cheese. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures and savory goodness, with the cheese adding a creamy, satisfying finish. This dish is designed to be straightforward and rewarding, even for novice cooks, offering a flavorful, well-rounded meal without any fuss.
While delicious as is, this skillet meal is wonderfully adaptable. For a different flavor profile, consider swapping out the smoked sausage for a spicy chicken sausage. If you're looking to boost the vegetables, bell peppers or a handful of spinach would be great additions. You could also experiment with different cheeses, like Monterey Jack or a sharp white cheddar, for a subtle twist.
Perfect for busy weeknights when you need a quick, delicious dinner on the table. Serve it simply on its own, or with a light side salad for added freshness, making for a complete and comforting family meal.