Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet- Easy One-Pan Meal

Craving bold, comforting flavors without a mountain of dishes? Look no further than this Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet! This incredibly easy one-pan meal brings the vibrant taste of Louisiana right to your dinner table, perfect for a busy weeknight.

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 celery stalk, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
• 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions or fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large (10-12 inch) oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned on both sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from the skillet and set aside, leaving rendered fat in the pan.
2. Add the chopped onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables have softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and Cajun seasoning. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the uncooked rice, chicken broth, and diced tomatoes (with their liquid) to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
5. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, nestling it into the rice mixture. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is tender. Do not lift the lid during this time.
6. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit, covered, for another 5 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming.
7. Fluff the rice gently with a fork. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
8. Garnish with fresh green onions or parsley before serving.