E Z Red Beans Rice

Whip up a comforting Southern classic with this E Z Red Beans Rice recipe, a quick and flavorful twist on the traditional dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights! This one-pot wonder combines tender red beans, smoky sausage, and a fragrant blend of sautéed onion, green bell pepper, celery, and garlic, simmered in a seasoned chicken broth with hints of thyme, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne for a touch of heat. Served over fluffy white rice and topped with fresh green onions, this easy recipe brings bold Creole flavors to your table in just 40 minutes. Perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, don’t forget the hot sauce for that extra kick!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 12 ounces smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 cups cooked red beans (or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 4 cups cooked white rice
• 0.25 cups green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 serving hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the olive oil.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the browned sausage to the skillet. Stir in the red beans, chicken broth, thyme, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

Step 8

Divide the cooked white rice into serving bowls. Spoon the red beans and sausage mixture over the rice.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with hot sauce on the side, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2594.5 grams (2594.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2825

Total Fat 128.80g	165%
Saturated Fat 41.70g	209%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.10g
Cholesterol 240mg	80%
Sodium 7989mg	347%
Total Carbohydrate 313.60g	114%
Dietary Fiber 46.00g	164%
Total Sugars 18.90g
Protein 102.10g	204%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 467mg	36%
Iron 28mg	153%
Potassium 4219mg	90%

*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: 41.1%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 44.5%