Description
Cajun Sausage and Rice is a delightful one-pot meal that brings the vibrant flavors of New Orleans to your table. This easy crockpot recipe combines savory smoked sausage, fluffy long-grain rice, and colorful vegetables, all simmered in a rich blend of Cajun spices. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, each bite promises warmth and satisfaction, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Cajun sausage
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Brown the Cajun sausage in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Set aside.
- In the crockpot, combine browned sausage, uncooked rice, chopped bell peppers, onion, garlic, chicken broth, and Cajun seasoning. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours until the rice is tender.
- Fluff the rice with a fork before serving and garnish with green onions or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg