Description
Smoked sausage casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or casual gatherings. This hearty dish combines smoky sausage with tender vegetables and creamy goodness, creating a delicious medley of flavors that warms your heart and soul. Easy to prepare and packed with vibrant colors, it makes every meal feel special. Get ready to bring joy to your table with this delightful one-pot wonder!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked sausage (kielbasa or bratwurst)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 bell peppers, diced (red and yellow for color)
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Slice the smoked sausage into bite-sized pieces; dice the onion and bell peppers.
- Sauté the veggies: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add onions and bell peppers; sauté for about 5 minutes until soft.
- Brown the sausage: Add the chopped sausage to the skillet; cook until golden brown.
- Combine: Stir in diced tomatoes (with juice), rice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Simmer: Pour in chicken broth or water until everything is covered. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 25 minutes until rice is tender.
- Add cheese & serve: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover again until melted, then serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg