Description
Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a vibrant one-pan dish bursting with flavor. The harmony of smoky sausage, tender rice, and colorful vegetables creates a delightful meal perfect for any occasion. With its bold Cajun spices and satisfying textures, this skillet dinner brings comfort to your table while sparking joy in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Cajun sausage (Andouille or kielbasa)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Push the vegetables to the side and add slices of Cajun sausage; brown on both sides.
- Add long-grain rice and Cajun seasoning; mix until rice is well coated.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth while stirring gently. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until the rice absorbs the liquid.
- Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For extra spice, incorporate cayenne pepper or hot sauce during cooking. Swap out the sausage for chicken or shrimp for different flavor profiles. Experiment with additional vegetables like spinach or zucchini for added nutrition.