One-Pan Spicy Italian Sausage and Rice
A quick and hearty one-pan meal featuring spicy Italian sausage, rice, beans, and vibrant vegetables, packed with flavor and easy cleanup.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, sliced
- 1 cup brown rice
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (15 oz) white beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups spinach, chopped
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 cups water or broth
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Chop the onion and mince the garlic. Slice the spicy Italian sausage and prepare the remaining vegetables.
Cooking
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft and aromatic, about 2–3 minutes.
- Add the sliced spicy Italian sausage and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in the brown rice and chopped tomatoes, ensuring well mixed.
- Add the white beans, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Pour in the water or broth, bringing the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer for 40-45 minutes until the rice is tender.
- Stir in the chopped spinach until it wilts.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serving
- Serve warm and enjoy your hearty meal.
Notes
This dish can last 4–5 days in the fridge. Freeze leftovers for up to 2–3 months.