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Sausage and Rice Casserole Delight

Sausage and Rice Casserole Delight

Cozy, oven-baked casserole with smoky sausage, tender rice, and melty cheddar. Big flavor, simple prep, perfect weeknights.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 lb smoked sausage cut into 1/2-inch coins
  • 1.5 cup long-grain white rice uncooked, rinsed
  • 3 cup chicken broth low-sodium
  • 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles undrained
  • 1 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper diced (any color)
  • 0.5 cup celery thinly sliced
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp kosher salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter optional, for richness
  • 1.25 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 2 tbsp green onion sliced, optional garnish

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium. Brown sausage until lightly crisp, 5–6 minutes.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook until softened, 4–5 minutes. Stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
  • Season with paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat.
  • Spread uncooked rice in the baking dish. Spoon sausage mixture evenly over the rice.
  • Pour in broth and tomatoes with juices. Dot with butter, then stir to combine evenly.
  • Cover tightly with foil. Bake 40 minutes.
  • Uncover, stir well, and check rice. Bake 10–15 minutes more until tender and mostly absorbed.
  • Scatter cheddar on top. Bake 5 minutes to melt, then rest 5 minutes.
  • Garnish with parsley and green onion. Fluff gently and serve hot.

Notes

Variation: For a Cajun vibe, swap in andouille and add 1 tsp Cajun seasoning. Prefer extra veg? Stir in 1 cup frozen peas during the last 10 minutes. Storage: Cool, cover, and refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months. Reheat with a splash of broth to loosen.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Sausage and Rice Casserole Delight flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.