One-Pan Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet Recipe
This vibrant and flavorful Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a one-pan wonder that combines smoky sausage, colorful bell peppers, and fluffy rice all cooked together in a zesty Cajun seasoning. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, it’s easy to prepare and clean up.
Equipment
- 1 large skillet or sauté pan
- 1 spatula or wooden spoon
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cutting board
Ingredients
- 12 oz Cajun sausage (e.g. Andouille or smoked sausage), sliced
- 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- to taste salt
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced sausage to the skillet and cook for about 5 minutes until browned, stirring occasionally for even cooking.
- Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic, paprika, Cajun seasoning, and black pepper, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the uncooked rice to the skillet and stir until the rice is well-coated with the sausage and vegetables.
- Pour in the chicken broth and season with salt as desired. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and has absorbed the liquid.
- Remove from heat and fluff the rice with a fork. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
You can substitute the sausage with chicken or shrimp for a different variation.
Consider adding other vegetables like corn or peas for extra nutrition.
This dish can be easily reheated, making it perfect for meal prep!