Skillet Red Beans and Rice

Ingredients

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 pound Cajun smoked sausage (like andouille), sliced into 1/2-inch pieces

1 onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped

1 rib celery, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 1/2 cups chicken broth

2 (15.5-ounce) cans red beans (or red kidney beans), drained and rinsed

2 cups instant rice

Creole seasoning to taste

Preparation

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 30 mins

Servings: 4

Add vegetable oil to a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add sliced sausage and cook 4 to 5 minutes. Add onion, green pepper and celery. Cook 7 to 8 minutes, or until onions are translucent. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in the beans and rice. Reduce heat to a simmer and add Creole seasoning to taste. Cover and cook 12 to 15 minutes, or until the rice is tender.

Stacey’s Recipe Notes

Another smoked sausage, like kielbasa, works great if andouille is too spicy for your tastes.