Sausage & Garlic Parmesan Rice Bowl
When you’re too exhausted to cook but too hungry to skip dinner, this easy skillet meal saves the day. We’ve tossed savory Italian sausage and crisp bell peppers with our garlic-parmesan rice for a big, comforting dinner that comes together before you get the chance to become hangry. It gives you that home-cooked feeling without the home-cooked effort, and best of all, there’s only one pan to wash.
Ingredients
- 1 Minute® Garlic Parmesan Rice Cup
- 2 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1 Italian sausage link, sliced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional, for more intense garlic flavor)
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, crushed (optional, for some spice)
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, grated (optional garnish)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
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Instructions
Step 1
Heat rice according to package directions.Step 2
In a skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.Step 3
In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and garlic (if using) and cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Add the bell pepper. Sauté for 3 minutes until tender.Step 4
Return sausage to the skillet and add the rice, oregano and red pepper flakes (if using) and combine. Cook for another 1 minute to heat through.Step 5
Place rice mixture in a bowl, top with parmesan (if using) and parsley.
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Looking for a quick weeknight meal with gourmet flavor but zero gourmet effort? This easy rice bowl recipe is your go-to secret weapon. We’ve paired savory Italian sausage and crisp bell peppers with a Minute Garlic Parmesan Rice Cup to create a 15-minute meal that packs a serious flavor punch.
Whether you need a quick lunch idea, a comforting one-pan dinner, or a satisfying rice bowl, this recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. It’s the ultimate solution for those busy nights when you want a warm, home-cooked meal without spending an hour in the kitchen.
Creative Ways to Serve Your Rice Bowl
Don’t be afraid to switch things up and try new things! This versatile dish can be served a few different ways depending on your mood:
- Wrap It Up: Scoop the sausage and rice mixture into a warm flour tortilla or a lettuce wrap for a fun, hand-held sausage rice wrap.
- Give It a Warm Toss: Mix all the ingredients in a hot skillet with a drizzle of balsamic glaze to beautifully complement the garlic and parmesan flavors.
- Bake It Into a Casserole: Transfer everything to a small baking dish, top with extra shredded mozzarella cheese and pop it under the broiler for 2 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Minute Rice Pro Tips
The Perfect Prep: If you’re looking for easy meal prep ideas, this recipe doubles or triples beautifully. Cook a big batch of the sausage and veggies ahead of time, store them in the fridge and just heat up a fresh Minute Rice Cup right before you’re ready to eat for a fresh-tasting lunch in seconds.
More bowls to fill? Fast-forward to a bigger, bulkier meal with Minute Rice. Easily bulk up this skillet rice dinner by tossing in a handful of baby spinach at the very end until it wilts, or mix in a can of drained cannellini beans to make the portions go even further.
Control the Heat: Love a little spice? Double up on the crushed red pepper flakes or drizzle a little hot pepper oil over the top right before serving to really wake up the flavors.
Sausage & Garlic Parmesan Rice Bowl FAQs
Can I use a different type of sausage?
Absolutely! While Italian sausage gives this bowl a classic flavor, you can easily swap it for smoked sausage, chicken sausage or even a plant-based alternative.
How can I add more vegetables to this recipe?
This bowl is highly customizable. Toss in some sliced mushrooms, onions or zucchini with the bell peppers to bulk up the veggies and stretch the meal even further.
