Description
One Pan Sweet And Tangy BBQ Sausage Rice is a delightful, hassle-free meal that brings together the savory goodness of sausage and the comforting texture of rice in a flavorful sweet and tangy BBQ sauce. This one-pan dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, offering a delicious balance of spices and fresh vegetables that not only tantalize your taste buds but also make for an appealing presentation. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy more time with family and friends, all while savoring a hearty meal that’s sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken sausage (Italian or smoked), sliced into rounds
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and brown for about 4–5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add smoked paprika and black pepper; stir in the uncooked rice for 1–2 minutes to toast slightly.
- Pour in chicken broth and BBQ sauce, mixing well. Return browned sausage to the skillet.
- Bring to a gentle boil, cover the skillet, reduce heat to low, and let simmer for about 20–22 minutes until rice is tender.
- Let rest for about 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork and garnishing with chopped parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg