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Black Beans and Rice with Sausage

Black beans and rice with sausage in a cast iron skillet garnished with fresh cilantro
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A hearty one-skillet meal with smoky sausage, nutritious black beans, and fluffy rice simmered in a perfectly seasoned broth. Packed with protein and great for weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sliced sausage and cook until browned and caramelized at the edges, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Add chopped onion and green bell pepper to the same skillet. Cook over medium heat until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Stir in smoked paprika, dried oregano, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
  4. Add uncooked rice, rinsed black beans, diced tomatoes with their juice, and chicken broth. Season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine evenly.
  5. Bring to a full boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and simmer for 18-20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is fully absorbed. Do not lift the lid during cooking.
  6. Remove from heat and let stand, still covered, for 5 minutes.
  7. Fluff rice with a fork, fold in the cooked sausage, garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Do not lift the lid while the rice is simmering – releasing steam leads to unevenly cooked rice.
  • Substitute smoked sausage with chorizo for extra spice or chicken sausage for a lighter option.
  • For extra creaminess, mash about 1/4 cup of the black beans before adding them to the skillet.
  • Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice at the end for a bright, acidic finish.

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