One-Pan Sweet & Tangy BBQ Sausage Rice – Ready in 30 Minutes! 🍖🍚


 

Warning: This sticky, smoky, slightly sweet sausage and rice skillet is the ultimate no-fuss comfort meal! Smothered in barbecue sauce and packed with bell peppers, it’s a crowd-pleasing dinner that cooks in just one pan—minimal cleanup required.

Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or game day feeds, this dish is hearty, flavorful, and endlessly customizable!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ One-pan wonder – Cooks in 30 minutes flat
✅ Sweet, smoky & tangy – BBQ sauce does the heavy lifting
✅ Budget-friendly – Uses simple, affordable ingredients
✅ Easy to tweak – Swap proteins, veggies, or spice level

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Serves 4-6)

Main Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) smoked sausage (kielbasa, andouille, or chicken sausage), sliced

  • 1½ cups (300g) long-grain white rice (uncooked)

  • 1 bell pepper (any color), diced

  • ½ onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 cups (480ml) chicken broth

  • ½ cup (120ml) BBQ sauce (plus extra for drizzling)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Seasonings:

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

(Optional garnish: Chopped parsley or green onions)


Step-by-Step Instructions




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