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Ground Sausage and Rice Skillet


  • Author: jackson-walker
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

A comforting one-pan meal featuring savory ground sausage, tender rice, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for cozy family dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground sausage (spicy, Italian, or breakfast)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5–7 minutes.
  2. Sauté the diced onion and bell pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Combine the diced tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to scrape up any browned bits.
  5. Stir in the rice and Worcestershire sauce, season with salt and pepper, then cover and simmer for about 20 minutes.
  6. Cheese it up by topping with shredded Cheddar and letting it melt.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the vegetable mix and spices to your taste. This dish is versatile and can be made using various ingredients.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: sausage skillet, one-pan meals, comfort food, easy dinners, family recipe