Description
This Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a flavorful one-pan dinner packed with smoky andouille sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a quick yet comforting meal, it combines savory Cajun seasonings with tender rice and a medley of vegetables in an easy skillet recipe that serves six.
Ingredients
Meat and Oil
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 (16 oz.) package andouille sausage, sliced into half moons
Vegetables
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
- 1/2 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 medium scallions, sliced
Seasonings
- 2 tsp. Cajun or Creole seasoning
- 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika
Other Ingredients
- 1 (14.5 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
Instructions
- Brown the sausage: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until nicely browned, about 5 minutes. This step helps render some fat and develops the sausage’s flavor.
- Sauté the vegetables and spices: Add the chopped green and red bell peppers, yellow onion, minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, dried oregano, and smoked paprika to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook until the vegetables soften and the spices become fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Add tomatoes, broth, and rice: Stir in the undrained can of petite diced tomatoes and the chicken broth, mixing until well combined. Then add the uncooked long grain white rice. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the rice: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until the rice has absorbed all the liquid and is tender.
- Finish and serve: Stir the skillet mixture well to fluff the rice. Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with the sliced scallions for a fresh, vibrant garnish. Serve warm and enjoy a hearty, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Use andouille sausage for the authentic Cajun flavor; substitute with smoked sausage if unavailable.
- Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste depending on your spice preference.
- Make sure the rice is fully covered with liquid to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely on the stovetop.
- For a vegetarian version, replace sausage with smoked tofu or a plant-based sausage alternative and use vegetable broth.
