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Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet

Savor the Flavor with Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet

This Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a quick, flavorful dinner that brings the taste of New Orleans to your table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sausage
  • 1 package Cajun sausage Choose your favorite brand and spice level
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For browning the sausage
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell peppers Use a mix of colors for vibrancy
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or red onions work well
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh cloves preferred
For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long-grain rice Fluffy variety recommended
  • 2 cups Chicken or vegetable broth Check for gluten-free options
For the Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun spice blend Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions For garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the skillet over medium heat and add a splash of olive oil. Chop bell peppers, onion, and garlic into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Add the Cajun sausage to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  3. Add chopped bell peppers, onion, and garlic to the skillet. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
  4. Stir in the long-grain rice and mix well with the sausage and vegetables. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth.
  5. Season with Cajun spice blend, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat to low and cover, allowing to simmer for 15-20 minutes.
  6. Fluff the rice gently with a fork and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Adjust seasonings to preferences and consider adding additional vegetables for variety.

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