Best 5 Brown Rice Pilaf With Chicken Sausage Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our enticing Brown Rice Pilaf with Chicken Sausage, a delectable dish that blends the nutty flavor of brown rice with the savory goodness of chicken sausage. This wholesome and flavorful recipe is sure to tantalize your taste buds and provide a satisfying meal.

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Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

COUNTRY WILD RICE WITH SAUSAGE



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Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups long-grain and wild rice mix, rinsed
3 cups low-sodium chicken stock
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 large sweet onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
8 ounces pork breakfast sausage, removed from casing
2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon minced fresh sage
2 tablespoons minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large saucepot over medium-high heat. Add the rice and cook, toasting until the rice begins to smell nutty, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken stock along with some salt and bring it to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Simmer until the rice is tender and has absorbed all the liquid, about 25 minutes
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining tablespoon oil along with the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, pepper and a generous pinch of salt and cook until just tender and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, sausage, thyme and sage, and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon until browned and cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes more.
  • When the rice is cooked and liquid is absorbed, turn off the heat, remove the lid and add the sausage and vegetables. Fluff and stir gently with a fork to combine. Add the rice to a serving dish and sprinkle with the chives before serving hot.

BROWN RICE PILAF WITH CHICKEN SAUSAGE



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Categories     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free

Yield 6 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tblsp olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 lb chicken sausage, sliced or chunked
1 clove garlic, minced
1.5 cups brown rice
3 cups low sodium gluten free chicken broth
2 cups spinach or basil leaves, washed

Steps:

  • saute onion pepper and chicken sausage in oil over medium high heat until sausage is cooked through or nearly so add garlic and saute for another 2 or three minutes stir in rice add broth bring to a boil then reduce to simmer, cover and cook for 45-50 minutes or until almost all liquid is absorbed. stir in spinach or basil

SAUSAGE AND RICE PILAF



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This is a spicy, flavorful side dish that is great to take to a potluck! If you want to cut down on the "heat" you can used "regular" or "mild" breakfast sausage.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb hot pork sausage
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped green bell pepper
1 cup finely chopped celery
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 cup raw white rice, cooked separately

Steps:

  • Cook rice separately.
  • Cook sausage over low heat in a large skillet; Drain.
  • To the same skillet, add onions, green bell peppers, and celery.
  • Cook for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in soup and cooked rice.
  • Pour into a greased casserole dish.
  • Cover and bake at 250°F for about 30 minutes or until heated through.

TOFURKY SAUSAGE BROWN RICE PILAF



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Originally, this recipe called for meat sausage, and I'm sure it's terrific that way, too, but I've always made it with Tofurky. Had it at a friend's house, and I've made a few small adjustments.

Provided by ZephandJubisMom

Categories     Brown Rice

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (14 ounce) package meatless Italian sausage, sliced into thin discs (I love Tofurky)
8 -16 ounces sliced mushrooms (depends on how mushroomy you want it!)
4 cups cooked brown rice (I cook mine in veggie broth)
2 teaspoons oregano
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil.
  • Add onion, garlic, Tofurky, and mushrooms, and cook until onion is tender.
  • Mix together with oregano and rice in an ungreased 13x9 casserole.
  • Cover and bake for 30-35 minutes, until everything is heated through.
  • Sprinkle with Parmesan, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.5, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 3.2, Carbohydrate 26.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 1.3, Protein 3.4

SAUSAGE RICE PILAF



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In Goshen, Indiana, Deborah Downing serves this nicely seasoned rice casserole with a fresh green salad and some crusty bread or rolls. "It's one of our favorite sausage recipes. My family likes freshly grated Parmesan cheese on their helpings. More Sausage Dinner Recipes »

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds bulk Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each) condensed beef consomme, undiluted
2 cups water
2 teaspoons dried oregano
Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown sausage; drain. Add onion and mushrooms; saute until onion is tender. Add rice, consomme, water and oregano; mix well. Transfer to an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 55-60 minutes or until rice is tender, stirring once. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 873mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of rice. Long-grain brown rice is the best choice for this recipe, as it will cook evenly and retain its texture.
  • Rinse the rice thoroughly before cooking. This will remove any excess starch and help the rice cook evenly.
  • Use a flavorful broth. Chicken broth or vegetable broth are both good choices for this recipe. You can also use water, but the flavor will be less intense.
  • Sauté the vegetables before adding them to the rice. This will help them to caramelize and develop flavor.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Bring the broth to a boil before adding the rice. This will help to prevent the rice from becoming mushy.
  • Cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. This will help the rice to cook evenly and prevent it from boiling over.
  • Let the rice rest for 5 minutes before serving. This will allow the rice to absorb any remaining liquid and fluff up.

Conclusion:

Brown rice pilaf with chicken sausage is a delicious and healthy dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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