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Apple Rice Recipe

This savory Apple Rice Sausage Skillet is a delicious and easy weeknight meal! Inspired by a Costco find (apple sausage!), this recipe uses mild Italian sausage for a fantastic flavor combination. The tender rice, sweet apples, and savory sausage create a perfectly balanced dish. Serve as a satisfying main course with a fresh salad and crusty garlic bread, or as a flavorful side alongside grilled chicken or roasted vegetables. Get ready for a taste sensation!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 474.5 kcal
Protein 30g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Apple Rice

  • 1 1/2 cups Wild Rice Mix
  • 2 medium Apples, diced
  • 1 pound ground Mild Italian Sausage
  • 0 Brown Sugar
  • 0 Carrot
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 0 Cinnamon
  • 0 Walnuts
  • 0 Butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

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How to Make Apple Rice

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Crumble the sausage into the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Stir in the diced apple, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly softened.
  6. Add the rice and chicken broth to the skillet. Bring to a boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

146g

Fat

34g

Carbs

15g

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