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One-Pot Smoked Sausage and Rice Dinner

One-Pot Smoked Sausage and Rice Dinner
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A hearty and flavorful one-pot dinner combining smoky sausage, tender long grain rice, and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for an effortless weeknight meal with bold flavors, minimal cleanup, and easy customization options.

Ingredients

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Proteins and Grains

  • 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup long grain white rice

Vegetables

  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Liquids and Oils

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth

Spices

  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prep and Sauté: Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until browned and slightly crispy on the edges. Remove the sausage and set aside, leaving the flavorful oil in the pot.
  2. Cook Aromatics: Add diced onions, minced garlic, and chopped bell peppers to the same pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Toast the Rice: Stir in the rice and cook for 2-3 minutes with the vegetables, allowing it to toast slightly to develop a nutty flavor.
  4. Season and Add Liquids: Sprinkle paprika, cayenne, black pepper, and salt over the rice and vegetables. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen browned bits for extra flavor.
  5. Simmer with Sausage: Return the browned sausage to the pot. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, until rice is tender and has absorbed the broth.
  6. Fluff and Serve: Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice with a fork, taste, and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use quality smoked sausage for the best smoky flavor.
  • Do not skip sautéing the sausage and vegetables as it builds essential flavor layers.
  • Use the correct amount of broth to avoid mushy rice.
  • Let the dish rest off heat for 5 minutes to create fluffier rice.
  • Adjust spices slowly and taste while cooking to keep the balance.

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Keywords: one pot, smoked sausage, rice dinner, easy dinner, weeknight meal, gluten free, comfort food, family friendly

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