Cheesy Sausage and Rice
This comforting, one-skillet dish brings together savory sausage, creamy cheddar, and fluffy rice for a meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this nostalgic recipe captures the essence of simple, hearty comfort food.
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb sausage crumbled
1 cup uncooked white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium onion diced
1 bell pepper diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 can diced tomatoes drained
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
DIRECTIONS:
In a large skillet, cook and crumble the sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove the sausage, leaving a bit of the fat in the skillet.
Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute.
Stir in the uncooked rice, letting it absorb the flavors for 1-2 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth and add the drained diced tomatoes. Stir to combine.
Return the sausage to the skillet, sprinkle in the paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
Remove from heat, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, and cover the skillet again for a few minutes to allow the cheese to melt.
Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.