Turn your dinner into a feast with our Sausage and Rice Skillet, a mouthwatering combination of spicy sausage, fluffy rice, and vibrant veggies—all cooked in one convenient skillet. This quick, flavorful, and satisfying dish is perfect for busy weeknights and will quickly become a family favorite.
What makes this recipe a standout is its simplicity paired with bold flavors. The savory sausage and perfectly seasoned rice come together in a one-pot wonder, making cleanup a breeze. Packed with protein, carbs, and veggies, it’s a complete meal in a single skillet—no wonder it’s one of our most-loved recipes!
Quick and Easy Sausage, Pepper and Rice Skillet
Smoky kielbasa sizzling with sweet peppers, onions and garlic in a vibrant tomato sauce. It's fast and easy sausage. This sausage, pepper and rice skillets are really delicious! You can make this healthy and fast dinner for any busy weeknight, and using only one pot makes cleaning up easy!
Prep Time
8 minutes
Cook Time
22 minutes
Total Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 c. white rice
- 2 tsp. olive oil
- 1 (12 ounce) package smoked sausage
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small white onion, quartered and sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp. kosher sea salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
- 5 tbsp. tomato paste
- 1 1/4 c. low-sodium chicken broth, divided
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1/8 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 1/2 tbsp. chopped parsley
Instructions
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Notes
- For an “Italian” version, use Italian sausage + ½ tsp. Italian seasoning-For a “Cajun” version, use andouille sausage + ½ tsp. cajun seasoning
