Rice and Lentil Casserole

Rice and Lentil Casserole
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    202

A hearty and comforting one-pan casserole, perfect for a weeknight meal. Savory Italian sausage mingles with aromatic vegetables, earthy lentils, and fluffy rice, all simmered in rich chicken broth for a deeply satisfying dish.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    38 g
  • Cholesterol
    86 mg
  • Fiber
    8 g
  • Protein
    25 g
  • Saturated Fat
    13 g
  • Sodium
    834 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    36 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 8 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan or Dutch oven, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink. (8-10 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the pan with the sausage. Sauté until the vegetables are softened and fragrant. (5-7 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Stir in the rinsed lentils, rice, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a simmer. (2-3 minutes)

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Recipe View 40 mins Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan tightly, and simmer for 40-60 minutes, or until the lentils and rice are tender and the liquid is absorbed. Check occasionally to ensure it's not sticking and add a splash of broth if needed. (40-60 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the casserole to further absorb moisture and flavors to meld. (5-10 minutes)

For a vegetarian option, substitute the Italian sausage with 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed cannellini beans or chickpeas. Add them along with the lentils and rice.
Spice it up by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the casserole.
Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots, celery, or zucchini to the casserole for added nutrition and flavor.

Ellis Koss

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 67 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Elijah Herzog

    I used brown rice and it took a little longer to cook, but it was worth it!

  • Arvel Shields

    I added a can of diced tomatoes and it was delicious!

  • Marilou Hills

    This was so easy to make and my family loved it! I will definitely be making this again.

  • Neva Hudson

    Great recipe, I've made it several times and it's always a hit!

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