Cheesy Smoked Sausage Rice Skillet (Print Format)
Smoked sausage, melted cheese, and fluffy rice combine in a flavorful one-skillet meal with bold spices.
# Ingredients:
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14 oz package smoked sausage
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1 onion, chopped
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1 green bell pepper, chopped
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1 tbsp smoked paprika
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1 tbsp onion powder
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1 tbsp minced garlic
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2 1/4 cups chicken broth
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1 cup white long grain rice, rinsed
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10.8 oz package frozen broccoli florets
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8 oz shredded Colby Jack cheese
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Dried parsley (for garnish)
# Steps:
01 -
Cut the smoked sausage into small pieces. Chop the onion and green bell pepper.
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Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the smoked sausage, onion, and green bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are softened.
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Stir in minced garlic, then season with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
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Add the rinsed rice and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover with a lid, and let it cook for about 20 minutes.
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Halfway through the rice cooking time, add the frozen broccoli florets to the skillet. Continue cooking until the rice is tender.
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Mix in about a cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese. Top with additional cheese and cover with a lid to let it melt. Optionally, place the skillet under the broiler for a few minutes.
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Top the dish with dried parsley and serve immediately.
# Tips:
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If smoky paprika is too strong, use less or replace it with a preferred seasoning.
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Ensure the skillet is brought to a full boil before reducing heat to medium-low. This ensures the rice cooks properly.