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Overhead view of sausage, peppers, and rice skillet garnished with fresh parsley, shown in a stainless steel pan with a wooden spoon.
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Sausage, Peppers, and Rice Skillet

Sausage, Peppers, and Rice Skillet is a quick and easy family favorite weeknight dinner made with simple, nutritious ingredients.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 550kcal
Author Tawnie Graham of Kroll's Korner

Equipment

  • Skillet of choice

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 white onion diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. cayenne
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 12 oz. chicken sausage, like Aidells sliced
  • 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice uncooked
  • 3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 (14.5 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes
  • parsley for garnish
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Instructions

  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil. Then add in the bell peppers and onions. Saute, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
    2 Tbsp. olive oil, 1 white onion, 1 red bell pepper, 1 green bell pepper
    Chopped onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper added to a large stainless steel skillet with olive oil, shown before sautéing.
  • Add in the garlic, paprika, cayenne, salt, pepper. Stir.
    4 cloves garlic, 1/2 tsp. paprika, 1/2 tsp. cayenne, salt and pepper
    Onion and bell peppers being stirred in a skillet as they begin to soften and cook evenly.
  • Add in the sausage and cook for another 3-5 minutes. Start Timer
    12 oz. chicken sausage, like Aidells
    Paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, salt, and black pepper added to sautéed onions and bell peppers in a skillet.
  • Pour in the diced tomatoes and rice. Stir until rice is incorporated.
    1 (14.5 oz.) can petite diced tomatoes, 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice
    Sliced chicken sausage added to the seasoned onion and pepper mixture in a large skillet.
  • Add in broth, bring to simmer. Turn heat to low, cover and cook for 20-25 minutes or until rice is done. Start Timer
    3 cups chicken broth or vegetable broth
    Uncooked jasmine rice and petite diced tomatoes being added to the skillet with sausage, peppers, and onions.
  • Garnish with parlsey and serve immediately.
    parsley for garnish
    Chicken broth poured into the skillet with sausage, rice, tomatoes, and vegetables before simmering.

Video

Notes

  • Use different colored bell peppers or add in different veggies such as broccoli or asparagus!
  • To store, let the sausage, peppers, and rice skillet cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 60mg | Sodium: 931mg | Potassium: 426mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1903IU | Vitamin C: 67mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg