Description

A hearty and flavorful Southern-inspired dish combining smoky sausage, tender white beans, and fluffy long-grain white rice cooked together in one pot for an easy, comforting family meal.

Ingredients

Sausage and Aromatics

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 ounces smoked sausage or andouille, sliced into rounds
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced

Spices

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Main Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) white beans (cannellini or great northern), drained and rinsed
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth or water
Salt to taste
Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Brown the Sausage: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove the sausage from the pan and set it aside.
Sauté the Onions and Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic, dried thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using), cooking for another minute to release their flavors.
Cook the Rice: Add the long-grain white rice to the skillet, stirring well to coat the grains with the aromatic mixture. Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a simmer. Then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for 15–18 minutes until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed.
Add Beans and Sausage: Stir in the drained and rinsed white beans along with the cooked sausage. Continue cooking for 2–3 minutes until everything is heated through.
Season and Serve: Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with salt as needed. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, then serve hot.

Notes

For a healthier twist, substitute brown rice; increase the liquid and extend cooking time accordingly.
Using pre-cooked or canned beans and fully cooked sausage makes this a convenient one-pot meal.
Check the label on the sausage to ensure it’s gluten-free if needed.