Best Easy Smoked Sausage and Rice Recipe

Smoked sausage and rice simmered together in one pot makes a quick, protein-packed family dinner. Budget-friendly and flavorful, this Southern weeknight staple comes together in under 30 minutes.

Cook 30 min Difficulty EASY 455 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • smoked sausage 14 oz
  • long-grain white rice 1.5 cups
  • yellow onion 1 pieces
  • bell pepper 1 pieces
  • celery stalk 2 pieces
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • chicken broth 2.5 cups
  • garlic 2 cloves
  • paprika 1 tsp
  • dried thyme 0.5 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • salt 0.75 tsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 51 g 45%
Protein 17 g 15%
Fat 19 g 40%
Serving size 350g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Slice the smoked sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. Dice the onion, bell pepper, and celery. Mince the garlic.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sausage slices and cook until browned, about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  3. 3

    Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the pot. Sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring, until vegetables begin to soften.

  4. 4

    Add minced garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir and let cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  5. 5

    Stir in the rice, then pour in chicken broth. Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

  6. 6

    Simmer on low heat for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What are the key ingredients for authentic smoked sausage and rice flavor?
The unique flavor of this dish comes from smoked sausage, which brings rich, savory depth, while the combination of onion, bell pepper, and celery supplies classic Southern aromatics. The rice absorbs these flavors for a comforting and wholesome meal.
Q. What heat control is essential when cooking this recipe?
After browning the sausage and sautéing the vegetables over medium heat to develop flavor, it's important to reduce the heat to low once the broth and rice are added. Simmer gently, covered, to ensure even rice cooking and moisture retention.
Q. How do I make sure the rice is tender without getting mushy?
Keep the pot tightly covered while simmering on low heat and resist the urge to stir or lift the lid frequently. Allowing the rice to rest off heat before fluffing ensures perfect, separate grains.
Q. What is the nutrition profile per serving, especially regarding protein and calories?
Each serving provides approximately 455 kcal with 17g of protein, 51g of carbohydrates, and 19g of fat. Protein accounts for 15% of total calories—making this a balanced, protein-packed family dinner.
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