Easy Red Beans and Rice

4.84 from 6 votes

This Easy Red Beans and Rice is a 4-ingredient one-pan dinner made with sausage, olive oil, and rice mix for a quick, budget-friendly family meal.

Prep Time5

Cook Time30

Total Time35

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Cajun

Keyword: 4 ingredient dinner, budget friendly meal, easy red beans and rice, one pot red beans and rice, red beans and rice, sausage and rice skillet

Servings: servings

Slice the sausage lengthwise, then cut into half moons.
To a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Once hot, add the sausage and cook 3 minutes per side until golden.
Pour in the water and rice mix. Scrape the flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan and stir well.
Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender.
Turn off the heat and let sit for 2–4 minutes before serving.