Best 5 Spicy Cajun Sausage And Rice Skillet Recipes

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Calling all fans of flavorful and spicy cuisine! If you're looking for a culinary adventure, our "Spicy Cajun Sausage and Rice Skillet" article is your ticket to tantalizing taste. This hearty and delicious one-skillet dish is a symphony of bold flavors, combining the fiery heat of Cajun sausage with the comforting warmth of aromatic rice. Get ready to embark on a flavor journey that will leave your taste buds dancing and your cravings satisfied. In this article, we'll take you through a step-by-step guide to creating this delectable dish, ensuring that you have all the tools and techniques to craft a truly unforgettable meal.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPICY CAJUN SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET



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I created this easy skillet dish to use up the boil-in-a-bag rice in my cabinet. The result packs a lot of flavor. -Sonali Ruder, New York, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) hot lean turkey breakfast sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes with garlic and onion, undrained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 bags boil-in-bag white rice
Louisiana-style hot sauce, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook and crumble sausage with onion and pepper over medium-high heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes., Stir in tomatoes, broth, Cajun seasoning, pepper and contents of rice bags; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender, 8-10 minutes. If desired, serve with hot sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 461 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 1816mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

CAJUN SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET



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This easy one pan dinner comes together in a flash, but packs some serious flavor. A family-friendly dinner that's easy enough to make any night of the week! (Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free)

Provided by One Lovely Life

Categories     Main Dish

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tbsp. butter, ghee, or olive oil
1 (12oz) package kielbasa sausage, sliced (feel free to use beef, pork, or turkey sausage)
2 bell peppers, diced (I like using 2 different colors)
3 green onions, sliced
1 clove garlic
1-2 cups spinach, roughly torn or chopped
4 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 cup chicken broth or veggie broth
1/2-1 tsp. Cajun seasoning (I usually use about 3/4 tsp.)
1/4 tsp salt (or, to taste)
3 cups cooked rice
2-3 Tbsp. chopped cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Warm butter or oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add sliced sausage and cook 8-10 minutes, or until browned and caramelized to your desired preference. Remove sausage from pan and set aside on a large clean plate/bowl.
  • Add diced bell peppers to the same skillet and cook 4-5 minutes, or until crisp-tender. (Cook 1-2 minutes longer if you don't want any bite at all.)
  • Add sliced green onions, garlic, and spinach to the peppers. Cook 1-2 minutes longer on medium heat, until spinach is wilted and the garlic is fragrant. Remove vegetables and set aside.
  • Add tomato paste, broth, 1/2 tsp. Cajun seasoning and the salt to the pan and cook, whisking or stirring until the mixture is smooth. Cook the mixture 3-4 minutes, or until slightly thickened and smooth. Taste and add additional salt or Cajun seasoning, to taste. (You want it to be a bit strong-tasting, since the rice and veggies will dilute the flavor a bit.)
  • Return cooked sausage and vegetables to the pan and add the cooked rice. Stir to coat with the sauce. Cook just 1-2 minutes longer to encourage the rice to absorb some of the liquid and allow the flavors to meld.
  • Taste and add salt or pepper, to your liking. Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize About 1 cup, Calories 299 calories, Sugar 3.8 g, Sodium 781.9 mg, Fat 12.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 34.9 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 11.4 g, Cholesterol 39.2 mg

SPICY SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET



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The spicy sausage in this quick skillet dish gives it a kick, and the sliced apples are a pleasant, tart surprise. -Jamie Jones, Madison, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (12 ounces) fully cooked spicy chicken sausage links, halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
2 medium zucchini, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium tart apple, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 package (8.80 ounces) ready-to-serve brown rice
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1/4 to 1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until lightly browned. Remove from skillet., In the same skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Saute squash, zucchini, pepper, onion, apple, garlic and salt until the vegetables are tender, 5-7 minutes. Add rice, beans, 1/4 cup water and sausage; cook and stir until heated through, about 5 minutes, adding more water if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 668mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges

SPICY SAUSAGE AND PEPPERS OVER RICE



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Hearty and easy. I whipped this recipe up with the few ingredients I had and my boyfriend loved it. It's so easy he can make it!

Provided by Tiffany

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Casserole Recipes     Rice

Time 1h

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup brown rice
2 cups water
2 turkey sausage links, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon minced garlic, or to taste
¾ red onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
¾ cup vegetable or chicken broth
1 cup grape tomatoes
2 tablespoons diced pimento
crushed red pepper flakes to taste
Cajun seasoning to taste
black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pour brown rice and water into a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until rice is tender, about 40 minutes.
  • Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add turkey sausage, and cook until well browned on the outside, and no longer pink on the inside. Remove cooked sausage, then stir in garlic and onion. Cook for a few minutes until the onion softens and begins to turn translucent. Add green pepper and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Pour in half of the vegetable stock along with the tomatoes and pimiento. Season to taste with red pepper flakes, Cajun seasoning, and pepper. Cook until the liquid has almost completely evaporated. Stir in sausage with remaining vegetable broth, and simmer until all is hot. Serve sausage mixture over brown rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.1 calories, Carbohydrate 87.1 g, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 275.3 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

CAJUN-STYLE SAUSAGE AND RICE SKILLET



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Make and share this Cajun-Style Sausage and Rice Skillet recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Beeracuda

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 ounces hot Italian sausage (rope)
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
1 cup onion, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can mushrooms
2 (3 1/2 ounce) bags boil-in-the-bag rice
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can chicken broth
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 dash of texas pete hot sauce (optional)

Steps:

  • Melt butter or margarine in large skillet.
  • Cut raw sausage into 1/2" pieces.
  • Add sausage to skillet and fry on medium-high heat for 10 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Add onions and mushrooms, and saute for 5 minutes.
  • Add uncooked rice, chicken broth, stewed tomatoes, cajun seasoning, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and hot sauce to skillet, and stir thoroughly.
  • Heat until boiling, then cover, reduce heat to low and simmer.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.8, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 8, Cholesterol 42.5, Sodium 1110.9, Carbohydrate 38, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 5.4, Protein 16.5

Tips:

  • For a smokier flavor, use andouille sausage instead of regular sausage.
  • If you don't have a Cajun seasoning blend, you can make your own by combining:
    • 2 tablespoons paprika
    • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 1 tablespoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • To make the dish vegetarian, omit the sausage and add an extra cup of vegetables, such as chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, or zucchini.
  • Serve the skillet with a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

This Cajun sausage and rice skillet is a quick and easy one-pot meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. It is also a great way to use up leftover sausage or rice. The dish is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a simple and satisfying meal, give this Cajun sausage and rice skillet a try.

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