One Pot Smoked Sausage Rice (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main ingredients
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14 ounces smoked sausage (like kielbasa), sliced into rounds
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½ cup yellow onion, diced (about ½ medium onion)
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1 red bell pepper, diced
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 cup long-grain white rice
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3 tablespoons tomato paste
→ Seasonings
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½ teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika preferred)
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1 teaspoon dried oregano
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¼ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ For garnish
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Fresh parsley or chopped green onions (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Slice the kielbasa into ¼-inch thick rounds. Dice the onion and bell pepper into small pieces between ¼ and ½ inch. In a small bowl, mix together paprika, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan or 12-inch skillet with a lid over medium-high heat. Add sliced kielbasa and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned on each side, stirring occasionally.
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Add diced onions to the pan with the sausage and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onions begin to brown and soften.
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Add chicken broth, rice, tomato paste, diced bell pepper, and the seasoning mixture to the pan. Stir well until everything is fully mixed and bring to a boil.
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Once boiling, cover with a lid and reduce heat to medium-low to maintain a simmer. Cook covered for 20-23 minutes until rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
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Remove from heat and let stand for 5 minutes. The rice should be tender with minimal liquid remaining. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired and serve.
# Notes:
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Use regular long-grain white rice only - instant or minute rice will not work with this liquid ratio and cooking time.
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Smoked paprika gives much better flavor than regular paprika if you have it available.
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A little liquid remaining in the pan is fine as long as the rice is tender, but it shouldn't be runny.
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This is a complete one-pot meal that's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something filling and flavorful.