Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of Cajun cuisine with this easy-to-make Cajun Sausage and Rice recipe! This one-skillet meal is ready in just 28 minutes, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Packed with colorful bell peppers, savory sausage, and zesty Cajun seasoning, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends. Plus, its customizable nature allows you to adjust the spice level and incorporate your favorite vegetables. Enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle of extensive cleanup—just one pan to wash!
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup diced yellow or green bell pepper
- 1 cup diced celery
- 1 cup diced white or yellow onion
- 12 ounces chicken sausage or turkey kielbasa (sliced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 ¾ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 ¼ cups instant white rice
- Cajun seasoning to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté diced bell peppers, celery, and onion for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Add sliced chicken sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Mix in tomato paste and stir for 1 minute until combined.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then stir in instant rice.
- Cover and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until rice is tender.
- Remove from heat, season with Cajun spices to taste, and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg