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Cheesy Sausage Rice Skillet

A quick, cheesy skillet meal featuring sausage, rice, veggies, and melted cheese, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced You can use any smoked sausage, such as kielbasa.
  • 1 cup rice Brown rice can be used; adjust cooking time and liquid.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for a vegetarian version.
  • 1 cup sweet peppers, chopped Any color of sweet peppers works.
  • 1 cup broccoli florets Can be swapped with frozen peas or green beans.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Feel free to add more cheese for creaminess.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned.
  3. Add the chopped peppers and broccoli, and sauté for 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the rice, chicken broth, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and stir in the cheddar cheese until melted.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

Let the dish cool to room temperature before storing. Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.