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Cajun Sausage and Rice Bake

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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound sausage sliced
  • 1 cup rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese optional

Method
 

  1. Heat oven to 375°F (190°C); grease a 9x13-inch dish.
  2. Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat; remove.
  3. Cook peppers in same skillet 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Mix rice, broth, tomatoes with juice, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and pepper in a large bowl.
  5. Stir in sausage and peppers.
  6. Spread evenly in prepared dish.
  7. Cover with foil; bake 30 minutes.
  8. Uncover; bake 10-15 minutes more until rice is tender and liquid absorbed.
  9. Add optional cheese during last 5 minutes.
  10. Cool a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to use your favorite type of sausage, whether it’s andouille, smoked, or turkey sausage. You can add other veggies like corn or peas to make it even more colorful. This dish is perfect for meal prep and leftovers taste even better the next day.