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Easy One Pot Sausage and Rice Skillet

This Easy One Pot Sausage and Rice Skillet is a delicious, quick meal that brings robust flavors together in just one pan!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet:
  • 4 al fresco roasted garlic fully cooked chicken sausages, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided Used for sautéing
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup uncooked white jasmine rice
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken stock
  • 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt More or less to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped optional for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or sauté pan
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

Directions:
  1. Step 1: Prep the Ingredients - Gather all your ingredients. Slice the sausages, dice the bell peppers, and chop the onion and garlic.
  2. Step 2: Sauté the Veggies - Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onion for 2-3 minutes, then add the bell peppers and garlic, cooking for another 3-4 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add the Sausages and Spices - Stir in the sausages, then add the tomato paste, smoked paprika, turmeric, oregano, and red pepper flakes, allowing the spices to bloom.
  4. Step 4: Introduce the Rice - Add the jasmine rice, stirring to coat it in the mixture.
  5. Step 5: Pour in the Chicken Stock - Add the chicken stock and kosher salt, stirring to combine.
  6. Step 6: Simmer to Perfection - Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  7. Step 7: Fluff and Serve - Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and garnish with parsley if desired.

Notes

  • Make it ahead: Prepare through step 6, cool, and store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
  • Rice alternatives: Swap jasmine rice for brown rice or quinoa.
  • Spice it up: Adjust red pepper flakes to increase or decrease heat.