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Spicy Sausage and Black Beans with Rice

Delicious Spicy Sausage and Black Beans with Rice in 40 Minutes

This Spicy Sausage and Black Beans with Rice is a quick and hearty dish that's packed with flavor and can be tailored to your taste.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice The base of the dish.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth.
For the Sausage Mixture
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Used for sautéing.
  • 1 medium onion Chopped.
  • 2 cloves garlic Minced.
  • 12 ounces smoked sausage Can use turkey or plant-based sausage.
For the Beans and Tomatoes
  • 1 can black beans Drained.
  • 1 can diced tomatoes Undrained.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Adjust for spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika Consider smoked paprika.
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Garnishing
  • fresh cilantro Optional.
  • lime wedges Optional.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of chicken broth to a rolling boil. Add 1 cup of long-grain white rice, stir gently, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 18-20 minutes until the rice absorbs all the liquid.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Add 12 ounces of sliced smoked sausage to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sausage is browned and heated through.
  4. Stir in 1 can of drained black beans, 1 can of undrained diced tomatoes, 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of paprika. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes.
  5. Serve the fluffy rice in bowls topped with the sausage and black bean mixture. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime juice if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Make ahead by prepping the sausage and black bean mixture for quick reheating on busy nights.

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