Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add sliced smoked sausage and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Set the sausage aside.
- In the same pot, add chopped onion and bell peppers to the oil. Sauté until softened, around 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, which should take about 30 seconds.
- Mix in the undrained diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, combining everything well.
- Add the rinsed kidney beans and pinto beans to the mixture; stir gently to combine.
- Introduce uncooked long-grain white rice into the pot and distribute it evenly.
- Slowly add chicken broth, ensuring most ingredients are submerged.
- Mix in chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt.
- Return the cooked sausage to the pot, mixing it gently with the other ingredients.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat. Cover and let it simmer until the rice is cooked, about 20-25 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, check rice doneness; if too firm, let it cook longer.
- Take the pot off the heat and let it sit covered for 5-10 minutes.
- Gently fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot, ensuring each plate is full of warm goodness.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and drizzle hot sauce on top if desired.
Nutrition
Notes
Serve with cornbread for an extra comforting meal. Customize with seasonal veggies or alternative beans.
