Kielbasa Rice a Roni

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 57

Kielbasa Rice a Roni recipe with savory kielbasa sausage and flavorful rice

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

551

Sugar

Fat

23g

Kielbasa Rice a Roni is a twist on the classic Rice-a-Roni boxed mix that features savory kielbasa sausage and flavorful rice. This budget-friendly dish is a great option for a quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. The kielbasa sausage gives this simple dish a boost of protein and flavor, while the rice is cooked to perfection in a savory chicken noodle soup broth. Serve this dish with a side salad or some steamed veggies for a complete meal that is sure to satisfy.

Instructions

1.	Cut the kielbasa into bite-sized chunks and finely chop the onion.
2.	Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and add the kielbasa and onions. Cook and stir until the kielbasa is browned and the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
3.	Add the rice and stir to combine.
4.	In a separate pot, bring the water and chicken noodle soup mix to a boil. Pour the boiling soup mixture into the pot with the rice and kielbasa.
5.	Add the butter and parsley flakes and stir to combine.
6.	Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked through and has absorbed the liquid.

PROS

Kielbasa Rice a Roni is a satisfying and flavorful meal that can be made quickly and easily with just a few ingredients.

It can be customized with different types of kielbasa or vegetables to suit your preferences.

CONS

This dish is not particularly low in calories or fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a well-balanced diet.

It is also fairly high in sodium due to the chicken noodle soup mix.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Kielbasa Rice a Roni contains protein from the kielbasa and rice, as well as some vitamins and minerals from the chicken noodle soup mix.
However, it is not particularly nutrient-dense and should be balanced with plenty of fruits and vegetables in your daily diet.

	4 inches hot kielbasa ( or mild , if you prefer )
	1/2 package liptons chicken noodle soup
	5 cups water
	2 cups rice
	2 tablespoons butter
	1 onion
	1 dash dried parsley flakes
	1 dash oil ( for frying )