Spicy Sausage and Rice Skillet with Salsa Fresca and Lime Crema

This bold and hearty skillet supper brings together smoky chicken sausage, fluffy jasmine rice and sautéed peppers and onions, all topped with gooey pepper jack cheese and a kick of hot sauce. A fresh tomato salsa and zesty lime crema add brightness and balance, making every bite irresistible.

Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes using simple ingredients. The combination of savory sausage, melted cheese and tangy crema creates a satisfying dish that will warm you from the inside out.

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Ingredients

9 ounce Italian Chicken Sausage MixView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Jasmine RiceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Chicken Stock ConcentrateView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Pepper Jack CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Long Green PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit TomatoView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LimeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Southwest Spice BlendView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Hot SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Bring 1 cup water and the chicken stock concentrate to a boil in a small pot. Add the jasmine rice, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15-18 minutes until tender. Remove from heat and keep covered.
2. While the rice cooks, heat 2 tsp cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken sausage and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
3. In the same skillet, add 1 tsp olive oil and the diced onion and green pepper. Sauté until softened, about 4-5 minutes. Stir in the southwest spice blend and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Return the cooked sausage to the skillet. Add the cooked rice, 1 tbsp butter and hot sauce. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through. Sprinkle the shredded pepper jack cheese on top, cover the skillet and let it melt for 2-3 minutes.
5. Meanwhile, make the salsa fresca: In a small bowl, combine the diced tomato, half the lime juice and a pinch of salt. For the lime crema: In another bowl, mix the sour cream with the remaining lime juice.
6. Serve the skillet topped with the salsa fresca and a drizzle of lime crema. Add extra hot sauce if desired.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of rice?

Yes, long-grain white rice or basmati will work, but adjust the cooking time and liquid according to package directions.

Can I make this dairy-free?

Absolutely. Omit the cheese and use a dairy-free sour cream alternative. The dish will still be flavorful.

Can I add black beans or corn?

Sure! Stir in a drained can of black beans or a cup of frozen corn with the rice for extra texture and flavor.