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Cajun Sausage Rice Skillet - Easy One Pan Dinner Recipe

This Cajun sausage rice skillet is the ultimate solution for busy weeknights when you need a flavorful, satisfying meal without the cleanup. With smoky sausage, colorful bell peppers, and perfectly cooked rice all coming together in one pan, this dish delivers incredible flavor with minimal effort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 pound beef or chicken sausage, sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add diced onion and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the rice, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and dried thyme. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to toast the rice and spices.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juices and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
  5. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet, stir to combine, and cook for another 2-3 minutes to heat through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Choose the right sausage: Look for beef or chicken sausage with Cajun seasoning for authentic flavor. Don't skip toasting the rice: This step adds depth of flavor and helps prevent mushy rice. Let it rest: After cooking, let the skillet sit covered for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.