One-Pan Sausage and Rice Skillet
A quick and easy dish featuring savory sausage, fluffy rice, and colorful vegetables, perfect for busy evenings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage (chicken or turkey)
- 1 cup rice (white or brown) based on preference
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 2 cups broth (vegetable or chicken)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
Optional Garnish
- to taste green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the onion and bell pepper, and mince the garlic. Measure the rice and broth.
Cooking
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add the chopped onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the rice, broth, and paprika, and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice has absorbed the liquid.
- Taste and add salt and pepper as necessary. Fluff the rice with a fork, garnish with green onions or parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat on the stovetop with a splash of broth or water.