Sausage and Rice Skillet
A quick, one-pan dinner featuring bold sausage flavor, tender rice, and bright vegetables, perfect for a family-friendly weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy) Look for sausages with natural casings for the best flavor.
- 1 cup long-grain white rice Rinse only if the rice is dusty.
- 2 cups chicken broth Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels.
- 1 cup diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 1 bell pepper, chopped Choose red or orange for maximum sweetness.
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste Taste before adding extra salt due to the sausage.
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the Italian sausage by breaking it up with a spoon until cooked through.
- Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and chopped bell pepper to the skillet, cooking until the vegetables soften and become fragrant.
- Stir in the rice to coat it with the flavorful oil and sausage juices. Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth, mixing well.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Fluff the rice gently with a fork before serving.
Notes
For added nutrition, stir in a handful of frozen peas or fresh parsley at the end. This dish can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.