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A close-up of a bowl filled with Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet, featuring sliced sausage, rice, bell peppers, and green onions.

Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet

This is a one-pan dinner that is simple to make for a weeknight meal. It provides bold flavors and is naturally gluten-free.
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Prep Time 13 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 pkg. (16 oz.) andouille sausage, sliced into half moons
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 small yellow onion, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 2 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp. Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 (14.5 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
  • 2 medium scallions, sliced

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook until it browns, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the green and red bell peppers, onion, garlic, Cajun seasoning, oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook, stirring often, until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes and chicken broth until they are evenly combined. Stir in the rice and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. When the rice mixture boils, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the liquid absorbs into the rice.
  5. Stir the skillet contents well and transfer the rice to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the sliced scallions before serving.

Notes

This recipe is naturally gluten-free. Making this dish brings back memories of friendship and shared meals.

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