Description
Sausage and Rice Casserole is a comforting and flavorful one-pot meal that combines smoky Italian chicken sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and wholesome brown rice in a savory tomato sauce. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering rich flavors and easy preparation without the need for multiple pots and pans. In just about 30 minutes, you can create a delicious dinner that pleases both kids and adults alike. Plus, it’s versatile enough to accommodate various dietary preferences, making it an ideal choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cooked Italian chicken sausage links
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow or orange bell pepper
- 1 yellow onion
- 1 cup instant brown rice
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (15 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes
Instructions
- In a nonstick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned, about 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of olive oil and sauté diced bell peppers and onions with seasonings for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in instant brown rice, garlic, and optional red pepper flakes; cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and fire-roasted tomatoes; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the reserved sausage and let stand off heat for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg