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One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage and Rice Skillet

Close-up of cheesy sausage and rice mixture served on a white plate, highlighting the melted cheddar.
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Make this hearty, comforting sausage and rice skillet for a quick weeknight dinner with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into half-moons
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup milk (optional, for creaminess)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside, leaving any rendered fat in the skillet.
  2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, Cajun seasoning, and thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juice) and the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Stir in the uncooked rice. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet tightly, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir the cooked sausage back into the rice mixture.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top. If using, drizzle the milk over the cheese. Cover the skillet again and let it stand for 5 minutes until the cheese is melted and creamy.
  8. Stir gently to combine the cheese. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, use hot smoked sausage or increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
  • You can substitute smoked sausage with kielbasa or andouille sausage.
  • If you prefer a less cheesy dish, reduce the amount of cheddar cheese by half.
  • This is a great one pan dinner idea for busy nights.

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