This Crockpot Sausage and Rice Casserole combines smoked sausage, rice, veggies, Cajun seasoning, and cheese. It’s an easy, cheesy dinner for busy nights.
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Recipe Tips
I developed this recipe to be an easy weeknight meal that everyone would enjoy. I created a few tips to help you cook it perfectly the first time you make it.
- Use uncooked long-grain white rice. Other types of rice require different amounts of liquid and cooking times, which I did not test in this recipe.
- Drain the green chiles and diced tomatoes. Excess liquid can make the casserole too runny.
- Use the cooking time as a guide and check the rice early. Every slow cooker cooks a little differently. The casserole is ready when the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.
- Stir the casserole once if needed while it is cooking. If you notice the rice cooking faster around the edges than the rice in the center of the casserole, quickly stir the casserole and replace the lid.
Ingredients & Estimated Cost
Here is everything you need to make this dish, along with a few substitution recommendations.
- Smoked Sausage (1 package – $2.97) – Kielbasa, turkey sausage, or chicken sausage will also work.
- Long-grain white rice (1 cup – $0.37) – I do not recommend substituting the rice due to differences in cooking time.
- Chicken broth (2½ cups – $0.93) – Substitute vegetable broth if needed.
- Diced green chiles (1, 4-ounce, can – $0.98) – Use chopped jalapeños as an alternative.
- Yellow onion (1 – $0.78) – A white onion will also work.
- Red bell pepper (1 – $1.52) – Use any variety of bell peppers.
- Frozen corn (1 cup – $0.45) – A can of corn works as long as you drain it first.
- Diced tomatoes (1, 14.5-ounce can – $0.92) – Fire-roasted tomatoes would also be delicious.
- Garlic powder (1 teaspoon – $0.05) – Substitute 2 minced garlic cloves.
- Cajun seasoning (1-2 teaspoons – $0.12) – Add to your flavor preferences. I liked 2 teaspoons.
- Paprika (1 teaspoon – $0.05) – Smoked paprika can also be used.
- Ground black pepper (½ teaspoon – $0.03) – Do not skip; it enhances the overall taste.
- Salt (½ teaspoon – $0.01) – Do not skip; it enhances the overall taste.
- Cheddar cheese (1 cup – $0.99) – Use your favorite type of cheese, such as Colby Jack, pepper Jack, or a Mexican blend.
The recipe cost is calculated based on the amounts needed and may vary due to fluctuating grocery costs.
How To Make Crockpot Sausage Casserole
Stir the ingredients together, cook, add in the cheese, garnish, and serve. Let me show you how easy it is.
- Add the ingredients to the crockpot.
- Stir together and cook on low.
- Mix in the cheese and cook for an additional 15 minutes.
- Garnish and serve.
Recipe FAQs
No, that is the beauty of using it in this recipe. It is already fully cooked, so you just slice it and add it to the crockpot.
No, add the rice uncooked, and it will cook in the chicken broth during the cooking process.
I recommend waiting to make this until you put it in the crockpot to cook. Otherwise, the rice may not reach the correct consistency if it sits in the liquid for too long.
Try this 1-Hour French Bread or Easy Baked Corn Casserole with a simple Caesar Salad for a deliciously complete meal.
Crockpot Sausage and Rice Casserole
Recipe Cost 10.32 Serving Cost 1.29Equipment
- crockpot
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- Measuring cups & spoons
- mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 1 package smoked sausage sliced
- 1 cup uncooked long grain rice
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 4 oz can green chilies drained
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 red pepper diced
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 1 can diced tomatoes drained
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1-2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
GARNISH:
- Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- Add the sausage, rice, broth, green chilis, onion, red pepper, corn, tomatoes, and seasonings to a crockpot and stir well.
- Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2 hours.
- For the last 15 minutes, add in the cheddar cheese and mix until combined.
- Garnish with parsley and serve and enjoy!
Notes
Storage Tips:
- Store: Place leftovers in an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Place the cooled leftovers in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw it overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Recipe Tips
- Use uncooked long-grain white rice.
- Drain the green chiles and diced tomatoes.
- Use the cooking time as a guide and check the rice early.
- Stir the casserole once towards the end of cooking if needed.
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