CAJUN RICE CASSEROLE

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This is a hearty and spicy rice dish that both my mother frequently cook. It makes a wonderful compliment to many meat dishes. Also great on its own with a green salad.

Provided by soochchef

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h20m

Yield 10 cups, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 lb Italian turkey sausage, casing removed if applicable
1 teaspoon canola oil (or other light cooking oil)
1 1/4 cups onions, chopped
1 1/4 cups celery, chopped
1 cup green pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups long-grain rice, uncooked
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon paprika
4 -6 drops hot sauce (more or less to taste)
31 1/2 ounces low sodium chicken broth
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a 13" x 9" x 12" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Remove casing from sausage (unless using bulk sausage) and cook sausage in large non-stick skillet over med-high heat until browned, stirring to crumble. Remove from heat, remove sausage from skillet with a slotted spoon and set aside. Drain and wipe drippings from skillet with a paper towel.
  • Heat oil in skillet over med-high heat. Add onion, celery, green pepper, garlic and saute for about 5 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat, stir in sausage, rice and remaining ingredients. Mix well.
  • Spoon rice mixture into prepared baking dish, cover and bake in preheated 350 degree oven for about 1 hour, 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Remove from oven, discard bay leaf and fluff rice with a fork. Sprinkle top with fresh parsley or green onion pieces if desired.
  • Ready to serve and enjoy.

Kizzy Edwards
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This casserole is so good! The chicken and sausage are cooked perfectly and the rice is fluffy and flavorful.


Madison Melton
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I've made this casserole several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Rakesh Karki
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the bold flavors of the Cajun seasoning.


Doris Boachie
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Bontwe
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This casserole is amazing! The flavors are incredible and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


T- Rohan
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. The Cajun seasoning gives it a great flavor.


Jerry JerryBensontoussaint
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This casserole is so good! The chicken and sausage are cooked perfectly and the rice is fluffy and flavorful.


Family Westley
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I've made this casserole several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious.


Walk Up With Ashan
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I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Harry Peka
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make and it's always a hit with my family. I love the bold flavors of the Cajun seasoning.


nijel gamer
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I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out great! The chicken and sausage were cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful.


AA Abdussamad
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This casserole is amazing! The flavors are incredible and the rice is cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Alex Percival
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


J I Sajid's VLOG
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This was a great recipe! I made it for a potluck and it was a hit. Everyone loved it.


Shazia Shazia
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I've made this casserole twice now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The chicken and sausage are so flavorful and the rice is cooked to perfection. I highly recommend this recipe!


Safoora Ali
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This Cajun rice casserole was a hit with my family! The flavors were bold and delicious, and the rice was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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