Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet
A hearty and flavorful one-pan dish featuring smoked sausage, rice, and colorful vegetables, seasoned with Cajun spices for a truly comforting meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup bell peppers (any colors), chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients. Slice the smoked sausage and chop the onion, garlic, and bell peppers.
Cooking Base
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once it shimmers, add the sliced smoked sausage. Sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes, then remove and set aside.
Sautéing Aromatics
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and minced garlic. Stir frequently until softened and fragrant, roughly 2-3 minutes.
Vegetables
- Add chopped bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Rice Preparation
- Stir in the long-grain rice with the sautéed vegetables and mix in the Cajun seasoning, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
Adding Chicken Broth
- Pour in the chicken broth and add salt and pepper to taste. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Simmering Rice
- Reduce heat, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed.
Final Preparation
- Stir in the reserved sausage and heat for 2-3 minutes.
Serving
- Spoon the Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet into bowls and serve warm.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute smoked sausage with plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth. Adjust the spices according to your heat preference.