Dirty Rice with Sausage
Dirty rice with sausage is a beloved Southern classic that brings the soul of Louisiana straight to your kitchen. With spicy sausage, tender vegetables, and fluffy rice all mingling in fragrant Cajun spices, this dish delivers layer upon layer of savory depth. Hearty, rustic, and comforting, it's a one-pan wonder perfect as a main or side.
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked or andouille sausage sliced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 2 ribs celery diced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup long grain white rice
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 green onions sliced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced sausage and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until browned. Remove sausage and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the rice and toast it in the vegetable mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
- Return the sausage to the skillet and pour in the chicken broth. Add the Cajun seasoning, thyme, paprika, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, garnish with sliced green onions, and season with salt to taste before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 14gFat: 23gSodium: 780mgFiber: 2g
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