One-Pan Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sausage Rice
One-Pan Sweet and Tangy BBQ Sausage Rice is the ultimate comfort food that combines convenience with mouthwatering flavors. This easy-to-prepare dish features smoky sausage, tender rice, and a delightful balance of sweet and tangy barbecue sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a centerpiece for family gatherings, this one-pan wonder will fill your home with irresistible aromas and leave everyone asking for seconds. Enjoy this hearty meal knowing it can be made in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for quick dinners or meal prep!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or turkey sausage), sliced
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the sliced sausage until browned, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook briefly until fragrant.
- Stir in the uncooked rice and toast for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and barbecue sauce; return the sausage to the pan.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for about 18–20 minutes until rice is tender.
- Let it rest covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 40mg