Description
A hearty one-pot dish featuring Cajun sausage, rice, and colorful veggies, embodying bold Southern flavors perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Cajun sausage (like andouille)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until slightly crispy, then set it aside.
- Sauté the chopped onions and bell pepper in the same skillet until softened, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the long-grain rice and stir to coat with the vegetable mixture.
- Stir in chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Cajun seasoning, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Return the sausage to the skillet and mix with the rice, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Garnish with freshly sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
For added heat, consider adding jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. Serve warm with crusty bread or salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg