Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Sausage and Rice Casserole. Perfectly creamy and packed with flavor, this hearty dish combines tender rice, rich smoked sausage, and gooey sharp cheddar cheese, creating a meal that is sure to satisfy your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this casserole is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or spices. Serve it alongside a fresh salad for a balanced meal, or enjoy it straight from the baking dish as a comforting dinner option. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this deliciously satisfying casserole that will quickly become a beloved staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound smoked sausage
- 1 cup diced onions
- 10.5 ounce can cream of mushroom soup
- 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- ¼ cup water
- 1 teaspoon Slap Ya Mama seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 7×11 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook sliced smoked sausage until browned. Add diced onions and sauté until tender.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, chicken broth, milk, Slap Ya Mama seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes; mix well.
- Incorporate shredded cheddar cheese until melted.
- Gently fold in cooked rice until combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, top with remaining cheese, cover with foil, and bake for 20-25 minutes until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg