Description
Comforting sausage and rice casserole brings hearty warmth to dinner tables with its delightful blend of savory sausage and fluffy rice. Guests will savor each spoonful of this simple yet satisfying meal that promises delicious memories.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 grams) sausage (Italian or smoked)
- 1 cup (185 grams) rice (white or brown)
- 2 cups (473 milliliters) chicken broth
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup frozen peas
Seasonings and Cooking Liquid:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm a spacious pan over medium flame, drizzling olive oil to create a golden base for the sausage.
- Slice sausage into elegant rounds, searing each piece until a rich caramel crust develops, releasing aromatic oils.
- Introduce finely chopped onions, vibrant bell peppers, and minced garlic, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and fragrant.
- Tumble rice into the pan, gently toasting grains to enhance their nutty essence for approximately 90 seconds.
- Pour chicken broth into the skillet, allowing liquid to embrace the ingredients and create a harmonious mixture.
- Reduce heat, cloak the pan with a tight-fitting lid, and let the rice simmer gently until kernels transform into tender morsels, typically 18-22 minutes.
- Sprinkle frozen peas across the surface, folding them into the warm mixture to thaw and integrate seamlessly.
- Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper, adjusting flavors to personal preference.
- Transfer the aromatic creation to serving dishes, presenting a comforting one-pan meal bursting with robust flavors.
Notes
- Swap sausage with turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner protein option that cuts down on saturated fat while maintaining delicious flavor.
- Use brown rice instead of white to boost nutritional value and add more fiber and complex carbohydrates to the dish.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or thyme during the last few minutes of cooking to elevate the overall taste profile and introduce a bright, fresh element.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure your sausage and chicken broth are certified gluten-free and double-check ingredient labels carefully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg