Cajun Sausage Rice Skillet (Print Version)
Smoky sausage, rice, and Cajun flavors blend in a vibrant skillet packed with veggies and bold spices.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 12 oz smoked sausage, sliced into 0.5-inch rounds
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 celery stalks, diced
06 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
→ Grains
07 - 1 cup long-grain white rice, rinsed
→ Liquids
08 - 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
09 - 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, drained
→ Spices & Seasonings
10 - 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
13 - 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
16 - Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
→ Oils & Garnishes
17 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
18 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
19 - 2 spring onions, sliced (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.
02 - Add onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, and celery to the same skillet. Cook for 4 to 5 minutes until vegetables soften.
03 - Stir in minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
04 - Add rinsed rice to the pan and stir for 1 minute to lightly toast.
05 - Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if using. Stir until evenly mixed.
06 - Return browned sausage to skillet. Bring contents to a gentle simmer.
07 - Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender and liquid has absorbed.
08 - Remove pan from heat and keep covered for 5 minutes. Fluff rice with a fork.
09 - Top with chopped parsley and sliced spring onions before serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Quick and easy one-pan meal
- Bold Cajun flavors with juicy sausage and fresh vegetables
02 -
- Verify sausage and seasoning labels for potential gluten or allergen content
- Cajun seasoning varies in heat, so adjust accordingly
03 -
- For extra flavor, use a mix of sausage types such as spicy and mild
- If the rice is not tender after cooking, add a splash more broth and continue gently cooking