Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet: Quick, Flavorful & Easy Meal
A delicious and easy recipe for Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet that is quick to prepare and full of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 1 pound Cajun sausage
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the Cajun sausage over medium heat until browned.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic, and sauté until soft.
- Stir in the rice and cook for another minute.
- Add the chicken broth and Cajun seasoning, and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve warm.
Notes
- For added flavor, top with green onions or parsley before serving.
- Great for meal prep—store leftovers in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet, quick meal, easy dinner