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One-Pot Cheesy Smoked Sausage and Rice Skillet

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Make this hearty, comforting sausage and rice dinner quickly in one pan. This recipe uses smoked sausage for bold flavor and cheese for a creamy texture, perfect for busy weeknights.

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 long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook until lightly browned, about 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set it aside, leaving any rendered fat in the skillet.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 4 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 for 1 minute, stirring constantly to coat the rice.
  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 without lifting the lid.
  6. Remove the skillet from the heat and let it stand, covered, for 5 minutes.
  7. Stir the cooked sausage back into the rice mixture.
  8. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and milk until the cheese melts and the mixture becomes creamy.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • For a spicier dish, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper with the other seasonings.
  • If you do not have smoked sausage, you can substitute it with beef sausage or ground sausage, browning the ground sausage completely before adding the onions.
  • If the rice seems too thick after resting, add a splash more milk or broth until you reach your desired consistency.

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