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One-Pan Cheesy Smoked Sausage and Rice Skillet

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Make this hearty, comforting smoked sausage and rice skillet for a simple weeknight dinner. It cooks fast in one pan, meaning less cleanup for you.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup milk (optional, for creaminess)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced smoked sausage to the skillet and cook until lightly browned on both sides, about 4 to 5 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving any rendered fat in the pan.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Stir in the uncooked rice, Cajun seasoning, thyme, and pepper. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute to toast the rice slightly.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes. Do not lift the lid during this time.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  7. Remove the lid. Stir in the reserved smoked sausage and the frozen peas and carrots mix. The residual heat will warm the vegetables.
  8. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk (if using) until the cheese is melted and the mixture is creamy.
  9. Serve the cheesy sausage and rice skillet immediately.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, use andouille sausage instead of standard smoked sausage.
  • If you do not have chicken broth, you can use water, but the flavor will be less deep.
  • This recipe is great for busy weeknights when you need dinner ready quickly.

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