Description
Hearty ground sausage and rice skillet delivers comfort in one pan with Italian-inspired flavors. Savory meat, herbs, and cheese blend seamlessly for a quick weeknight dinner that satisfies hunger and delights palates.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) ground sausage
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1 cup (240 ml) rice (uncooked)
- 2 cups (480 ml) chicken broth
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling surface for the ground sausage.
- Crumble sausage into the pan, breaking it into bite-sized pieces and cooking until it develops a rich, golden-brown exterior and releases its savory aroma.
- Introduce diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet, allowing them to soften and caramelize, merging their flavors with the sausage.
- Sprinkle rice into the mixture, along with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, gently toasting the grains to enhance their nutty essence for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour chicken broth and diced tomatoes into the skillet, stirring thoroughly to distribute ingredients evenly and create a cohesive base.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and let the mixture simmer for 18-22 minutes, allowing rice to absorb liquid and become perfectly tender.
- Remove from heat, let stand for 3 minutes, then fluff rice with a fork to separate and create a light, airy texture.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, adding a vibrant touch of color and herbaceous freshness before serving piping hot.
Notes
- Customize your sausage choice by using spicy Italian, mild breakfast, or turkey sausage for different flavor profiles and dietary needs.
- Toast rice carefully to enhance nutty flavors and prevent clumping, stirring constantly for even golden coloration.
- Swap chicken broth with vegetable broth for a vegetarian version, ensuring rich liquid absorption and consistent rice texture.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium sausage and broth, perfect for heart-conscious individuals without compromising taste intensity.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 459 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 33 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg