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One-Pot Quick Black Beans and Rice with Smoked Sausage

A close-up of a white bowl filled with savory black beans and rice topped with slices of browned sausage.
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Make this hearty, flavorful black beans and rice with smoked sausage in one pot. It is a simple, satisfying comfort meal ready fast for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup water
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove the sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pot.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the minced garlic, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the uncooked rice, coating it in the spices and drippings. Cook for 1 minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the rinsed black beans and the cooked sausage. Cover the pot again and let it stand for 10 minutes to allow the rice to finish steaming and the flavors to combine.
  7. Fluff the rice mixture with a fork. Season with salt and pepper to your taste.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, omit the sausage and use vegetable broth. Add 1 teaspoon of liquid smoke for depth of flavor.
  • You can substitute canned or frozen corn for part of the black beans for added texture.
  • This recipe works well for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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