A flavorful one-pan meal featuring Italian sausage, rice, and a medley of vegetables cooked in a savory broth, topped with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:25 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Italian-American
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
1pound Italian sausage (casings removed)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion (diced)
1 bell pepper (diced)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1cup long-grain white rice
2cups chicken broth
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4cup grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Brown the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a skillet, add Italian sausage, and cook until browned.
Cook Vegetables: Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook until softened.
Add Rice and Liquid: Stir in rice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and seasonings.
Simmer: Bring to a boil, then simmer covered until rice is tender.
Finish and Serve: Fluff the rice, mix in Parmesan, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
Adjust spice level by choosing sweet or spicy Italian sausage.
Substitute rice types, adjusting liquid and cook times accordingly.