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One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage and Rice Skillet

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You need a fast, hearty meal for a busy night. This one-pot cheesy smoked sausage and rice skillet delivers big flavor with minimal cleanup, making it a perfect weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the sausage and set it aside.
  2. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the same skillet. Cook until they soften, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, uncooked rice, Cajun seasoning, oregano, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  5. Remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the milk and the reserved smoked sausage.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet again and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the cheese to melt completely.
  7. Stir everything together gently before serving. Enjoy this easy family comfort food!

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, use a hot smoked sausage or increase the amount of Cajun seasoning.
  • If you do not have smoked sausage, you can use ground sausage; brown it first and drain any excess grease before adding the vegetables.
  • This recipe works well with brown rice, but you will need to increase the cooking time by about 15 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

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