Description
Easy One Pot Sausage And Rice is the perfect solution for busy weeknights when you crave a comforting and delicious meal without the fuss. This flavorful dish combines tender smoked sausage, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, all simmered together with rice to create a hearty, satisfying dinner in just one pot. With minimal prep time and easy cleanup, it’s an ideal recipe for families or anyone looking to enjoy a home-cooked meal in under an hour. Plus, it offers endless customization options, allowing you to tailor it to your taste preferences.
Ingredients
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- 14 ounces smoked sausage (like kielbasa), sliced
- 1/2 cup onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- Spices: paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper
Instructions
- Slice the smoked sausage into rounds. Dice the onion and bell pepper.
- In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, add olive oil and cook the sausage until browned (5-6 minutes). Sauté onions until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the chicken broth, rice, tomato paste, bell pepper, and spices. Bring to a boil.
- Cover and reduce heat to medium-low; simmer for about 20-23 minutes until rice is tender.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg