Description
Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a vibrant, one-pan dish that combines savory sausage, colorful veggies, and fluffy rice for a quick, satisfying meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- Cajun sausage (andouille or smoked)
- Long-grain white rice
- Bell peppers (red, green, yellow)
- Onion
- Garlic
- Cajun seasoning
- Chicken broth
- Olive oil
- Green onions (for garnish)
- Parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and bell peppers; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic and sliced Cajun sausage. Cook until the sausage is browned.
- Add rinsed rice and Cajun seasoning; mix well to combine flavors.
- Pour in chicken broth, stirring gently. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover the skillet tightly, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 20 minutes until rice absorbs all liquid.
- Fluff the rice with a fork; garnish with chopped green onions or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg