This Cajun unstuffed pepper skillet combines andouille sausage, diced peppers, and fire-roasted tomatoes in a single pan for a restaurant-quality meal without the cleanup. It delivers bold Cajun flavor with the convenience of a weeknight one-skillet dinner.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced andouille sausage and cook until it begins to brown, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the can of diced fire-roasted tomatoes. Sprinkle with cumin and Cajun seasoning, then stir everything together and let it simmer for a few minutes.
Add the rice and chicken broth to the skillet and give it one final stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and cook for about 25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Fluff the rice with a spoon and serve hot.
Store covered in the refrigerator up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat with 2–3 tablespoons water or broth until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
Yes. Prepare through cooking the sausage and vegetables, then cool and refrigerate up to 2 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water or broth before serving.
Long-grain white rice or jasmine rice absorbs the flavors well. Brown rice works but requires additional liquid and longer cooking time (about 45 minutes total).
Smoked sausage, kielbasa, or spicy Italian sausage will work. For vegetarian, use diced firm tofu or extra beans, though the dish will lose its characteristic smokiness.
It's moderately spicy from the Cajun seasoning and fire-roasted tomatoes. Reduce Cajun seasoning to 1.5 tsp for milder heat, or add hot sauce to taste at the table.
Yes. Use a larger skillet or Dutch oven and increase all ingredients proportionally. Cooking time may extend slightly; ensure rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
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