Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking Instructions
- In a large skillet or pot, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and slightly crispy.
- In the same skillet, add another splash of olive oil and introduce chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté the vegetables for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they're softened.
- Stir in minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the undrained diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, stirring well to combine. Let this mixture bubble for a minute.
- Next, add the rinsed kidney beans and pinto beans to the skillet, mixing them into the tomato mixture.
- Add uncooked long-grain white rice to the skillet, sprinkling it evenly across the mixture.
- Slowly pour in the chicken broth, ensuring the rice is fully submerged. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
- Sprinkle in the chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt. Stir well.
- Gently fold the sautéed sausage back into the pot and mix it well.
- Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce heat to low, letting it simmer for about 20-25 minutes.
- Once the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed, remove the skillet from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5-10 minutes.
- After resting, fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions or hot sauce.
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Notes
Allow sausage to brown nicely for enhanced flavor, and use fresh garlic for best results.
