Chicken Sausage, Broccoli, and Parmesan Rice Skillet

• chicken sausagethinly sliced12 oz
• white rice1 1/2 cup
• broccoli florets12 oz
• oniondiced1/2
• grated parmesan2 oz
• cooking oil4 tbsp
• kosher salt1 tsp
• black pepper1/2 tsp

Instructions

1. 1Thinly slice the chicken sausage and dice the onion. Cut any large broccoli florets into bite-size pieces.
2. 2Do not rinse the chicken sausage. Pat it dry, season it with some of the kosher salt and black pepper, and heat the cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the sausage for 4-6 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and the thickest pieces reach 165°F (74°C). Transfer it to a plate. Wash the board, knife, and your hands with soap and water before touching anything else.
3. 3Add the onion to the skillet, season with a pinch of kosher salt, and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent and softened. Stir in the white rice and toast for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. 4Add water according to the rice package directions, scrape up any browned bits, and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook according to the package directions, stirring once, until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
5. 5Stir in the broccoli and return the sausage to the skillet. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli is crisp-tender, the sausage is steaming hot, and the rice is tender. Taste and adjust with kosher salt and black pepper.
6. 6Fold in the grated parmesan and cook for 1-2 minutes until melted and the skillet looks creamy. Taste again and adjust the seasoning before serving.