Description
One Pan Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sausage Rice is a scrumptious and satisfying dish that melds the savory taste of sausage with the delightful sweetness of BBQ sauce, all served over hearty rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pan meal minimizes cleanup while maximizing flavor, making it an ideal choice for families and potlucks alike. With its vibrant ingredients and comforting profile, this recipe is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian or smoked sausage, sliced
- 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 for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and brown for about 4–5 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add smoked paprika and black pepper; incorporate uncooked rice and toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and BBQ sauce; return browned sausage to the skillet.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20–22 minutes until rice is tender and liquid absorbs.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before fluffing rice with a fork. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg