Description
Crockpot Cajun Sausage and Rice is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings the vibrant essence of Louisiana cuisine right to your table. This one-pot meal features smoky Cajun sausage, tender long-grain rice, and colorful bell peppers, simmering together to create a hearty dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. Just set it in your crockpot and let the magic happen—your home will be filled with delightful aromas while you enjoy your day.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound Cajun sausage (smoked or Andouille)
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
Instructions
- Chop bell peppers, onion, and garlic; slice the sausage into bite-sized pieces.
- Layer sliced sausage at the bottom of the crockpot, followed by chopped bell peppers, onions, and garlic.
- Sprinkle uncooked rice over the vegetable layers.
- Pour in chicken broth and canned tomatoes; add Cajun seasoning and stir gently to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until rice is tender.
- Fluff rice with a fork before serving; garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Crockpot
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 55mg