Cajun Sausage & Rice
Experience the bold flavors of Cajun cuisine with this hearty Cajun Sausage & Rice dish. Each bite is a celebration of savory smoked sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This one-pot meal is easy to prepare and promises to transport your taste buds straight to Louisiana.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
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- 12 oz Cajun sausage (such as Andouille), sliced
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chopped onion, bell peppers, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Add rice to the skillet and stir to coat with sausage and vegetable mixture.
- Pour in chicken broth and add spices. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice absorbs liquid and is fluffy.
- Fluff with a fork, let sit covered for an additional five minutes, then serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg