Smoked Sausage with Rice - Instant Pot / Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 1 tspolive oil
- 1 stickunsalted butter
- 1 conion
diced
- 3 clovesgarlic
minced
- 1 largeegg
- 114oz kielbasa smoked sausage
polish sausages
- 2 clong grain basmati rice
washed and drained
- 4 cbeef broth
low sodium
- 1 tspsalt & pepper
or as per taste
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- freshly chopped parsley
for garnish
Directions
- 1
Put pressure cooker on sauté mode. Heat olive oil and Butter. As the butter shimmers, add the diced onions and finely minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 2-3 minutes or until they get fragrant.
- 2
Add chopped sausages to the pot. Cook until the sausages turn lightly brown. Add Salt, Pepper, and Smoked Paprika. Toss to combine. Add beaten egg and stir until scrambled.
- 3
Turn off the instant Pot. Pour the beef Broth. Deglaze the inner pot with a wooden spatula or silicone spatula. Remove any pieces stuck to the bottom of the inner pot. Add washed and drained Rice. Do not stir this will break your rice. Just push it down with a spatula until it sinks into the liquid. Cover with the lid and pressure cook on high for 8 minutes. Allow pressure to release naturally for 3 minutes or until the instant pot shows - "L0:03", Then remove the remaining steam by performing a quick release
- 4
Garnish with freshly chopped Parsley and serve
Smoked Sausage with Rice - Instant Pot / Slow Cooker
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About this Recipe
Craving a comforting, satisfying dinner that practically cooks itself? This Smoked Sausage with Rice, perfect for your Instant Pot or Slow Cooker, delivers a delicious one-pot meal the whole family will love with minimal effort.
What makes this dish a weeknight hero is its incredible simplicity and efficiency: everything comes together in a single pot, whether you're utilizing the speed of an Instant Pot or the hands-off convenience of a slow cooker. The clever combination of savory kielbasa, aromatic vegetables, and perfectly seasoned rice creates a deeply flavorful, complete meal with hardly any cleanup. This recipe truly delivers on its promise of an easy, kid-friendly dinner that feels like a hearty, home-cooked indulgence.
You can look forward to a wonderfully hearty and flavorful dinner with this Smoked Sausage with Rice. Each spoonful offers tender, perfectly cooked basmati rice infused with rich beef broth and the smoky, savory notes of chopped kielbasa. The sautéed onions and minced garlic lay a fragrant foundation, while the subtle warmth from smoked paprika complements the robust flavors, creating a comforting dish that's both satisfying and surprisingly light. It's a truly crowd-pleasing meal that promises ease without sacrificing taste, perfect for any busy weeknight.
This Smoked Sausage with Rice is wonderfully adaptable. While kielbasa provides a classic smoky flavor, feel free to experiment with other cooked smoked sausages like andouille for a bit of heat. You can also swap out the beef broth for chicken or vegetable broth if that's what you have on hand. For an extra layer of flavor and texture, consider adding diced bell peppers or carrots along with the onions and garlic during the cooking process.
This easy Smoked Sausage with Rice makes for a perfect quick weeknight dinner, especially on those busy evenings. Serve it as a complete meal on its own, garnished with freshly chopped parsley, or with a simple side salad for a touch of freshness. It's truly a family-friendly dish that brings comfort to any table.