Easy Sausage Rice Skillet (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Skillet
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1 1/4 cups uncooked white rice
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2 teaspoons olive oil
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12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
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1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1/2 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 small white onion, quartered and sliced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 teaspoon kosher sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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5 tablespoons tomato paste
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1 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth, divided
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1 1/2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
# Instructions:
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Cook the white rice according to the package instructions. Set it aside once done.
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In a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, warm up the olive oil until it shimmers. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for approximately 5 minutes, ensuring both sides are browned. Remove the sausage and set it aside.
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Using the same skillet, add the sliced bell peppers and onion. Stir and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened. Toss in the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an extra minute until fragrant. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set them aside with the sausage.
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Reduce the skillet heat to medium. Stir in the tomato paste and 3/4 cup of chicken broth, whisking until combined. Let it simmer for about a minute, then mix in the paprika and cayenne pepper for seasoning.
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Return the cooked rice, browned sausage, remaining chicken broth, and sautéed vegetables to the skillet. Stir everything together until evenly mixed and heated through.
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Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the skillet and serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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This one-pan dish comes together in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy day.
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Smoked sausage adds a rich, savory flavor that pairs beautifully with the seasoned rice and vegetables.