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One Skillet Sausage and Rice

Italian Sausage and Rice in a stovetop skillet on a white background
One skillet makes for a quick and easy Italian inspired dish. Fresh Parmesan and parsley bring the hearty sausage and rice to life in a 30 minute meal even the kids enjoy!
Katie Chase
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp olive oil (0.31)
  • 2 8 inch Italian sausages (3.98)
  • 1 medium yellow onion (1.19) diced
  • 1 large green pepper (0.86) diced
  • 8 ounce baby portobello mushrooms pre-sliced (1.88)
  • 2 cloves minced garlic (0.14)
  • 1 1/2 cups uncooked rice (0.72)
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (0.04)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil (0.12)
  • 1 teaspoon ground sage (0.27)
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (0.11)
  • 2 cups chicken stock (1.39)
  • 2 large sprigs of fresh thyme (0.24)
  • 1 bayleaf (0.10)
  • 14.5 ounce can petite diced tomato (0.96)
  • 1 cup pasta sauce (0.56)

Optional Toppings

  • shaved Parmesan cheese
  • fresh parsley

Instructions

  • Heat three tablespoons oil over medium heat in a large 12" skillet. Add sausage and sear both sides. About a minute or two on each side. Remove from skillet.
  • Add peppers, onions, and mushrooms to hot skillet for 5 minutes. Add spices and stir.
  • Add garlic and rice to the skillet. Stir until rice is coated and has absorbed the oil.
  • Add chicken stock and sausage to skillet and stir. Place bay leaf and time ontop Cover with a tight fitting lid. Bring to a boil then reduce to a summer for 20 minutes or until rice is cooked.
  • Remove lid. Stir in diced tomatoes and enough sauce to your desired consistency. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Optional: Serve with parsley and or parm cheese.