Ground Sausage And Rice Skillet Recipe
This Ground Sausage and Rice Skillet recipe is a hearty, one-pan dish that’s packed with flavor and easy to make. Combining savory ground sausage, fluffy rice, and aromatic seasonings, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Enjoy a complete meal that’s delicious, fast, and simple to clean up!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 1 cup uncooked rice
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground sausage over medium heat until browned.
- Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic, cooking until soft.
- Stir in rice, diced tomatoes (with juice), paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat, cooking until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18-20 minutes.
- Fluff rice with a fork, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute ground sausage with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- Add extra veggies like spinach or zucchini for more nutrition.
- Adjust the spice level with red pepper flakes or hot sausage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750 mg