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Sausage and Peppers Over Yellow Rice

Sausage and peppers over yellow rice is a flavorful and comforting dish that’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With smoky sausage, vibrant bell peppers, and fragrant, seasoned yellow rice, this recipe is packed with color and taste. It’s easy to make in one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Serve it for a hearty weeknight dinner or meal prep!

Sausage, peppers, and onions

Ingredients

You only need a few ingredients. Here’s the list:

  • Sausage
  • Sliced bell peppers
  • Onions
  • Oil (olive oil, avocado oil, or butter)
  • Salt (optional)

Start the Rice

I follow the directions for preparing yellow rice in my rice cooker. The first time I used my rice cooker, the contents overflowed all over the countertop.

Container of yellow rice and a rice cooker

Something that you can do to keep it from overflowing is to spray the pot with nonstick cooking spray and add a tablespoon of oil or butter to the water.

Sauté the Sausage and Peppers

Turkey smoked sausage

Add the olive oil to the skillet and turn the heat up to make it sizzle. Cut the sausage into bite-size pieces and brown it on all sides.

Add the pepper and onion mix. Cook it until the onions are translucent.

Package of frozen pepper and onion strips

Season to Taste

I add my favorite brand of season salt, organic seasoning from Costco, and a tiny bit of cayenne pepper. You can also use Mrs. Dash’s seasoning. Stir well to coat all of the ingredients.

Sausage and peppers in a skillet

Cover the Pan

After browning all of the contents of the skillet, I pop a lid on top to finish cooking the vegetables. This also helps seal in the delicious flavors and allows them to blend.

Sausage and peppers in a pan with a lid on it

Covering the pan speeds up the cooking time by steaming the ingredients. You don’t have to do this, but it helps when you’re in a hurry.

For exact measurements of each ingredient and full directions, go to the recipe card at the bottom of the page. You can even print out the card by using the “print” button.

Serve the Sausage and Peppers

After scooping the rice into bowls for each person, add the sausage and peppers. Serve this delicious dish with crusty bread slathered in butter. It’s so tasty don’t be surprised if everyone asks for seconds.

Budget-Friendly Family Dinner

I always have the ingredients on hand for those times when I need to prepare a quick meal. What I like about it is that it’s easy to cook. Just as important, my husband and I love the flavor combination. And it’s a budget-friendly family dinner that’s under $10.

There are other easy-to-make, budget-friendly dinners you’ll like, such as this hamburger Tater Tot casserole and this Italian chicken zucchini casserole.

Plate of sausage and peppers

Easy Budget-Friendly Dinner

Whether you’re cooking for two or a family with children, this sausage and peppers with rice is perfect for anyone on a budget. Even if you don’t finish the meal the first night, it also makes great leftovers!

Yield: 6 servings

Sausage and Peppers Recipe

sausage skillet dinner

Seasoned sausage and peppers that can be served in a variety of ways. Delicious for dinner and makes great leftovers the next day for lunch.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. smoked sausage (pork, beef, turkey, or blend)
  • 2 packs of frozen pepper and onion strips
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon season salt
  • 1 teaspoon organic seasoning blend
  • Dash of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 3 cups yellow rice cooked according to directions

Instructions

  1. Put the olive oil in the skillet and heat until sizzling.
  2. Cut sausage into bite-size pieces. Add to skillet and brown it on all sides.
  3. Add all of the peppers and onions. Cook on medium high until onions are translucent.
  4. Add seasonings. You may want to adjust it later to taste.
  5. Cover the mixture for approximately 20 minutes
  6. While it's cooking, prepare the rice or buns - whichever you choose to serve this with.
  7. Remove the lid and serve the mixture over a bed of yellow rice.

Notes

This sausage and peppers dish can also be served on crusty rolls cut in half.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1 cup

Amount Per Serving Calories 428Total Fat 31gSaturated Fat 8gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 20gCholesterol 46mgSodium 1244mgCarbohydrates 24gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 11g

The nutrition information is a product of online calculators. I try to provide true and accurate information, but these numbers are estimates.

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2 Comments

    1. Thanks, Julia! Yes, it is delicious and oh so easy. I also tested it on some guests who claim to be picky eaters, and they loved it!

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