Black Beans and Rice with Chicken Sausage – Chicken Sausage Recipes
Let me tell you, this chicken sausage recipe has saved dinner more times than I can count. It’s that trusty dish I reach for when I want something hearty, simple, and yes—something I know my family won’t grumble about.
We’ve got the holy trinity here: protein-packed chicken sausage, deeply satisfying black beans, and warm, fluffy rice. I usually throw in a pinch of whatever seasoning is within arm’s reach, and somehow it always turns out great. This is what sausage and rice recipes should aspire to be—zero stress, all flavor.
This isn’t just a meal; it’s a hug in a bowl. And when I say “easy,” I mean it. You’ll brown some sausage, mix in beans and seasonings, cook up some yellow rice, and suddenly you’ve got yourself one of those black bean and rice recipes you’ll want to repeat weekly. Whether you’re craving sausage and chicken recipes, a yellow rice and sausage recipe with soul, or just a quick chicken rice and beans recipe to feed a crowd, this one ticks all the boxes. Trust me—it’s meat and rice recipes like this that keep my kitchen sane.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 14 oz chicken sausage, sliced (I use the spicy kind for a kick)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 packet yellow rice (or 2 cups cooked rice of your choice)
- Chopped parsley or cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Toss in the sliced chicken sausage and cook until lightly browned—about 4-5 minutes.
- Add the onion and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 5 more minutes.
- Stir in the garlic, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the black beans and let everything simmer together for a few minutes so the flavors can get cozy.
- While that simmers, cook the yellow rice according to package instructions if you're not using leftover rice.
- Spoon the sausage and bean mixture over the rice and sprinkle with parsley or cilantro if you're feeling fancy.
- Serve warm and enjoy that homemade comfort.