Sausage Zucchini and Brown Rice Skillet

A delicious skillet dinner made with Italian sausage, zucchini, red bell pepper, and brown rice cooked all in one pan.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb Italian sausage
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup brown rice, uncooked
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions:

In a large skillet, cook Italian sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through

Drain excess grease

Add sliced zucchini and diced red bell pepper to the skillet

Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes

Stir in uncooked brown rice, chicken broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper

Bring mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low

Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until rice is cooked and most of the liquid is absorbed

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top and cover until cheese is melted

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired

Serve hot and enjoy