Description
This Smoked Sausage and Rice Dinner is a one-pan wonder full of smoky flavor, tender rice, and nostalgic comfort. A perfect go-to for busy nights, it’s budget-friendly, halal-friendly, and packed with pantry staples and a few fresh ingredients.
Ingredients
- Smoked sausage (beef or poultry-based), sliced into coins
- Long-grain white rice
- Olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste or 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and brown for 3–4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté diced onion and bell pepper until soft (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook 1 more minute.
- Add uncooked rice and toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Pour in chicken broth, tomato paste (or diced tomatoes), paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil.
- Return the sausage to the pan, cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.
- Fluff with a fork, garnish with parsley if using, and serve hot.
Notes
Use long-grain white rice for best texture. Avoid lifting the lid while simmering. For cheesy variation, stir in shredded cheddar after cooking. Reheats well, add a splash of broth when warming up leftovers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: One Pan Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American