Description
This One Pot Sausage and Rice recipe is a hearty, flavorful dish combining smoky sausage, tender vegetables, and fragrant herbs, all cooked together in a single pot for convenience and rich taste. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal, it offers a comforting blend of textures and savory notes with minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the Olive Oil: Warm the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat to prepare for browning the sausage.
- Brown the Sausage: Add the sliced smoked sausage to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the pieces are nicely caramelized and fragrant.
- Remove Sausage: Take the browned sausage out of the pot and set it aside to prevent overcooking.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add diced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften and become tender.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until it releases its aroma.
- Add Rice: Mix the long-grain white rice into the vegetables and garlic, stirring to coat the grains evenly.
- Add Liquids and Spices: Pour in the chicken broth and the can of diced tomatoes with their liquid. Add paprika, dried thyme, and dried oregano, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as desired.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low and cover the pot with a lid to cook the rice.
- Cook Rice: Allow the rice to cook for 18-20 minutes, checking occasionally and stirring gently to avoid sticking, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- Return Sausage: Add the browned sausage back into the pot and stir it together with the rice and vegetables, warming through.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions and freshly chopped parsley over the dish before serving for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use smoked sausage for a richer, smoky flavor; hot or sweet varieties can be chosen based on preference.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the sausage and broth are certified gluten-free.
- Stirring occasionally during cooking helps prevent rice from sticking to the pot bottom.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it spicier, add crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper with the spices.
