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Hoppin John Casserole

Hoppin' John Casserole

JC Phelps
A twist on the Southern classic, my Hoppin' John Casserole combines rice, black-eyed peas, sausage, and bold seasonings to make a delicious meal!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 8
Calories 232 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 c. long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 c. chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can (15 oz.) black-eyed peas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes with green chilies undrained
  • ½ lb. smoked sausage sliced
  • 2 tsp. smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 tsp. Cajun seasoning
  • ½ tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • ¼ c. chopped green onions for garnish
  • ¼ c. chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken broth to a boil. Add the rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the rice with a fork and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the smoked sausage to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the black-eyed peas, diced tomatoes with green chilies, smoked paprika, thyme, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Stir in the cooked rice until well combined.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through.
  • Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use smoked sausage for that deep, savory flavor.
  • Don’t skip the tomatoes with green chilies; they add a nice kick.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs to brighten up the dish before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 232kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 7gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 703mgPotassium: 205mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1120IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 37mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Hoppin' John Casserole
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