Sausage and Rice Skillet (Print Format)
Spicy sausage, fluffy rice, and sweet peppers simmered in one skillet for a quick, satisfying meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 1/4 cup white rice, uncooked
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2 tsp olive oil
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12 oz smoked sausage
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1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
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1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced
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1 small white onion, quartered and sliced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 tsp kosher sea salt
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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5 tbsp tomato paste
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1 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth, divided
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1 tsp paprika
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1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
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1 1/2 tbsp parsley, chopped
# Steps:
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In a small saucepan, cook rice according to the package's directions.
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Place a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add olive oil. When the oil shimmers, add the sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
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Add the bell peppers and onion to the skillet, and sauté for 4-5 minutes. Add garlic, salt, and black pepper, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from the pan and set aside with the sausage.
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Add tomato paste and about 3/4 cup of chicken broth to the skillet. Whisk to combine and allow the mixture to simmer for 1 minute. Stir in paprika and cayenne pepper.
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Stir in the cooked rice, sausage, remaining chicken broth, onions, and peppers until well combined. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
# Tips:
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For an Italian version, use Italian sausage and 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning.
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For a Cajun version, use andouille sausage and 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning.