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Cajun Sausage Rice Skillet - Easy One Pan Dinner Recipe

This Cajun sausage rice skillet is a 30-minute weeknight dinner featuring smoky andouille sausage, colorful bell peppers, and rice simmered together in one pan for bold Louisiana flavors with minimal cleanup. It's a spicy, savory, and satisfying meal that's perfect for busy families and can be customized with different vegetables.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add diced onion and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the rice, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the rice and spices.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juices. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender.
  5. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, garnish with green onions, and serve hot.

Notes

For best results, use authentic andouille sausage for smoky flavor. Toasting the rice adds depth and prevents mushiness. Adjust Cajun seasoning for preferred heat level. Excellent for meal prep as flavors intensify overnight.