Description
Cajun Sausage & Rice is a vibrant, one-pot dish that brings the bold flavors of Louisiana cuisine to your table. Featuring smoky sausage, colorful bell peppers, and fluffy rice infused with Cajun spices, this meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. With minimal prep and a tantalizing aroma, you’ll delight in every bite of this hearty comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz Cajun sausage (smoked or Andouille)
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (adjust for heat preference)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop vegetables and slice the sausage into rounds.
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and bell peppers; cook until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Cook sausage: Add sliced Cajun sausage to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until browned.
- Add garlic and seasoning: Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning; cook for another minute.
- Combine with rice: Add rice to the skillet, stirring to coat. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil.
- Simmer: Cover and reduce heat to low; simmer for 20 minutes until rice absorbs liquid. Let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Adjust spice level by modifying Cajun seasoning. For added nutrition, include vegetables such as corn or diced tomatoes. Letting the dish rest after cooking enhances flavor melding.