Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the heart of Louisiana with our tantalizing Spicy Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet. This delectable dish is a symphony of bold flavors, combining the smokiness of Cajun sausage, the heartiness of rice, and the vibrant kick of Cajun spices.
As you embark on this culinary adventure, you'll be greeted with three enticing recipe variations, each offering a unique twist on this classic Cajun dish. The original Spicy Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is a timeless masterpiece, bursting with the harmonious blend of spicy sausage, tender rice, and the aromatic trinity of bell peppers, onions, and celery.
For those seeking a vegetarian delight, the Vegetarian Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet offers a flavorful alternative, featuring succulent plant-based sausage that delivers all the smoky goodness without compromising on taste. And if you're craving a one-pot meal, the Instant Pot Cajun Sausage and Rice is your culinary companion, bringing together all the ingredients in one convenient pot for a quick and effortless feast.
No matter which recipe you choose, you'll be rewarded with a tantalizing dish that captures the essence of Cajun cuisine. So gather your ingredients, fire up your stove or Instant Pot, and prepare to embark on a taste sensation that will transport you to the vibrant streets of New Orleans.
CAJUN SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET
This easy Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet is the perfect easy and filling weeknight dinner, packed with plenty of smoky-spicy flavor!
Provided by Beth - Budget Bytes
Categories Dinner Main Course
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Slice the sausage into ¼-½ inch thick slices. Add the sausage and cooking oil to a deep skillet or Dutch oven and sauté over medium heat until the sausage is well browned. Don't worry if the sausage begins to brown on the bottom of the skillet. That's extra flavor that will cook into the rice later.
- While the sausage is cooking, dice the bell pepper. Once the sausage is browned, add the bell pepper to the skillet and continue to sauté for about one more minute.
- Add the spices (smoked paprika, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and black pepper) to the skillet with the sausage and bell pepper and continue to sauté for one minute more to toast the spices.
- Add the fire roasted diced tomatoes (with juices), rice, and chicken broth to the skillet. Stir to combine and dissolve any browned bits off the bottom of the skillet.
- Place a lid on the skillet, turn the heat up to medium-high, and allow the broth to come to a full boil. Once it reaches a boil, turn the heat down to low and let the skillet simmer for 20 minutes. After 20 minutes, remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest, with the lid on, for an additional 5 minutes.
- After the skillet has rested, remove the lid, and fold the sausage and rice to redistribute the rice and sausage throughout. Top with sliced green onions and serve!
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1.5 cups, Calories 547.75 kcal, Carbohydrate 50.8 g, Protein 22.23 g, Fat 28.8 g, Sodium 1328.93 mg, Fiber 4.15 g
SPICY SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS OVER RICE
Hearty and easy. I whipped this recipe up with the few ingredients I had and my boyfriend loved it. It's so easy he can make it!
Provided by Tiffany
Categories Main Dish Recipes Casserole Recipes Rice
Time 1h
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pour brown rice and water into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 40 minutes.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add turkey sausage, and cook until well browned on the outside, and no longer pink on the inside. Remove cooked sausage, then stir in garlic and onion. Cook for a few minutes until the onion softens and begins to turn translucent. Add green pepper and cook for 2 minutes.
- Pour in half of the vegetable stock along with the tomatoes and pimiento. Season to taste with red pepper flakes, Cajun seasoning, and pepper. Cook until the liquid has almost completely evaporated. Stir in sausage with remaining vegetable broth, and simmer until all is hot. Serve sausage mixture over brown rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.1 calories, Carbohydrate 87.1 g, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 275.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
SPICY SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET
The spicy sausage in this quick skillet dish gives it a kick, and the sliced apples are a pleasant, tart surprise. -Jamie Jones, Madison, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned. Remove from skillet., In the same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute squash, zucchini, pepper, onion, apple, garlic and salt until the vegetables are tender, 5-7 minutes. Add rice, beans, 1/4 cup water and sausage; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes, adding more water if needed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges
Tips:
- For a spicier dish, use hot or extra-hot Cajun sausage.
- If you don't have green bell pepper, you can use red or yellow bell pepper instead.
- To make the dish more flavorful, use a good quality chicken broth.
- If you don't have long grain rice, you can use medium grain or brown rice instead. Just adjust the cooking time accordingly.
- Serve the dish with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, or salsa.
Conclusion:
This spicy Cajun sausage and rice skillet is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover sausage. The dish is flavorful, filling, and satisfying. You can customize it to your own liking by adjusting the amount of spice and adding your favorite toppings.
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