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Sausage and Rice Skillet

This one-pan Sausage and Rice Skillet is a quick and hearty meal featuring delicious sausage, colorful bell peppers, and aromatic spices, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Temps de préparation 10 minutes
Temps de cuisson 30 minutes
Temps total 40 minutes
Portions: 4 servings
Type de plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingrédients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb 1 lb (450g) sausage (Italian sausage or your preferred variety)
  • 1 cup 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 medium 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 bell pepper 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • to taste Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup frozen peas (optional)
  • Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Brown for about 6-8 minutes until fully cooked, then remove the sausage and set aside.
  3. Sauté the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic in the same skillet for about 2-3 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Stir in the rice to coat it with all the delicious sausage and veggie goodness.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth and add the paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  7. Stir in frozen peas (if using) and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for about 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.