Description
Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a colorful, one-pan dish that brings the bold and zesty flavors of Cajun cuisine straight to your dinner table. Imagine savoring smoky, spicy sausage sizzling with fluffy rice and a medley of vibrant vegetables, all harmonized with aromatic spices. This hearty meal comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile—feel free to customize it with additional veggies or adjust the spice level to suit your palate. Serve it alongside a fresh salad or warm garlic bread for an unforgettable dining experience any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Cajun sausage (smoked or andouille)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers and onion; mince garlic.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, bell peppers, and garlic for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add sliced Cajun sausage and cook until browned on all sides, around 5 minutes.
- Stir in rinsed long-grain rice until heated through (about 2 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth and add Cajun seasoning. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 45mg