Easy Andouille Sausage & Rice Skillet
- Eten en Voeden
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This Easy Andouille Sausage & Rice Skillet is one of those weeknight dinners that feels like comfort food but comes together fast. Smoky andouille sausage, tender rice, peppers, and onions all cook in one pan for a bold, cozy meal with minimal cleanup. It’s hearty, family-friendly, and perfect for busy nights when you still want something homemade.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Budget-friendly: Uses affordable ingredients you can find at any grocery store and stretches one pound of sausage into a filling meal for the whole family.
One-pan meal = easy cleanup
Big flavor, simple ingredients
Ready in about 30 minutes
Easily customizable with what you have on hand
Great for leftovers and meal prep
Ingredients for Easy Andouille Sausage & Rice Skillet
1 lb andouille sausage, sliced into rounds
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, depending on sausage fat)
1 small onion, diced
1 pepper of any color, diced
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice, uncooked
2 cups water/broth
1 cup Salsa Verde
1 can diced tomatoes (with liquid)
1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
lime & cilantro for garnish (optional)
How to Make Andouille Sausage & Rice Skillet
Step 1: Sauté the Veggies
Add olive oil to the skillet. Add the onion and bell peppers and cook for 4–5 minutes, until softened. Add in a little salt and pepper.
Step 2: Brown the Sausage
Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until browned on both sides.
Step 3: Season
Add taco seasoning and mix well until its all coated.
Step 4: Add Rice & Liquid
Stir in the uncooked rice, chicken broth/water, salsa verde, and diced tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 5: Cook
Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. If not fully absorbed. Turn off the heat and let sit for another 10 minutes, covered.
Step 6: Finish & Serve
Add cheese and mix until melted. Garnish with chopped cilantro and juice of a lime.
Tips & Variations for Easy Andouille Sausage & Rice Skillet
Make it spicier: Add extra cayenne or a dash of hot sauce. Or even replace the taco seasoning with cajun seasoning.
Add veggies: Okra, celery, or zucchini work great here. Whatever you have on hand!
Swap the rice: Brown rice works, but you’ll need more broth and a longer cook time.
Protein options: Smoked sausage or kielbasa can be used if andouille isn’t available.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of broth to keep the rice from drying out.
Perfect for Busy Nights
This andouille sausage and rice skillet is one of those recipes you’ll come back to again and again. It’s filling, flavorful, and made with pantry staples—exactly what weeknight dinners should be.
If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out! ⭐️