Ingredients

  • 2 (16-oz.) cans light kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 pound andouille smoked chicken sausage, thinly sliced
  • 3 celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Creole seasoning
  • 2 cups low-sodium fat-free chicken broth
  • 3 cups uncooked long-grain rice
  • Garnish: sliced green onions

Method

  • Saute sausage and next 3 ingredients in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat 10 minutes or until sausage is browned. Add garlic; saute 1 minute. Add beans, Creole seasoning, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook rice according to package directions. Serve with red bean mixture. Garnish, if desired.
  • Note: We tested with Aidells Organic Fully Cooked Cajun Style Andouille Smoked Chicken Sausage.