Description
One Skillet Onion and Pepper Kielbasa with Rice is a vibrant, 30-minute meal that perfectly blends smoky kielbasa, sweet bell peppers, and caramelized onions over fluffy rice. This easy-to-make dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delightful experience for the taste buds, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz kielbasa, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced kielbasa and sauté for 5–7 minutes until browned.
- Stir in chopped onion and minced garlic; cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until onions are translucent.
- Add bell peppers to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in rinsed rice and chicken broth; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes, until rice absorbs most of the liquid. Check occasionally; add more broth if dry.
- Once cooked, fluff rice with a fork before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg