Bourbon Street Rice and Beans

Take a culinary trip to New Orleans with this rich and hearty Bourbon Street Rice and Beans recipe! Packed with smoky Andouille sausage, tender red beans, and a fragrant medley of the Cajun trinity—onion, green bell pepper, and celery—this dish bursts with bold flavors in every bite. Enhanced with aromatic spices like smoked paprika, dried thyme, and a touch of cayenne pepper, each spoonful has just the right balance of heat and savoriness. Long-grain rice soaks up a flavorful broth, creating a satisfying one-pot meal perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Garnished with fresh green onions and a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick, this soul-warming classic is easy to make and ready in under an hour. Whether you're craving comfort food or a taste of Southern cuisine, this recipe is sure to delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces Andouille sausage, sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups cooked red beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
• 1 dash hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the sliced Andouille sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove sausage and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the cooked red beans, dried thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, bay leaf, and the browned sausage.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the uncooked rice, salt, and black pepper, stirring well to combine.

Step 8

Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let the mixture cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

Step 9

Remove from heat, discard the bay leaf, and fluff the rice with a fork.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions and a dash of hot sauce, if desired. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2241.6 grams (2241.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2410

Total Fat 93.60g	120%
Saturated Fat 33.20g	166%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 240mg	80%
Sodium 5561mg	242%
Total Carbohydrate 297.30g	108%
Dietary Fiber 48.80g	174%
Total Sugars 20.20g
Protein 103.60g	207%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 518mg	40%
Iron 22mg	123%
Potassium 4270mg	91%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.4%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 48.6%