Go Back
–+ servings
Black Beans and Rice with Sausage

Savor Black Beans and Rice with Sausage in One Delicious Skillet

A quick and flavorful Black Beans and Rice with Sausage dish perfect for busy households.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 16 ounces Smoked Sausage Can substitute with turkey sausage
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can be used as a substitute
  • 4 stalks Green Onions Regular onions or chives can be used
  • 3 cloves Garlic Can substitute 1/4 tsp of garlic powder if out of fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Olive oil can serve as a healthier alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Creole Seasoning Cajun seasoning is a good alternative
  • 1 can Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies Other diced tomatoes can be substituted
  • 15 ounces Black Beans Rinsed; kidney beans or chickpeas can be used
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth for a vegetarian option
  • 1 cup Long Grain Rice Brown rice can replace, adjust cooking time
  • 1 cup Water

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat two tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat until shimmering. About 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add chopped onion and green onions, sautéing for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and sliced smoked sausage, cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until browned.
  4. Stir in creole seasoning, Rotel diced tomatoes, black beans, chicken broth, and long grain rice.
  5. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing the rice and serving hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 24gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Rinse black beans thoroughly for reduced sodium. Let sit after cooking to enhance flavors.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!