Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice
Craving some Southern comfort? This creamy, hearty Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice is the perfect solution. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to the perfect, creamy texture. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Hearty Irish Vegetarian Stew Recipe for Comforting Dinner and Crispy Mexican Street Corn Fritters with Spicy Lime Sauce.
Why This Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice Is Pure Comfort
- The perfect blend of tender chicken and spicy sausage
- Creamy, comforting rice that's perfect for cold nights
- Easy to make and even easier to clean up with just one pot
What You'll Need for Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- chicken breasts
- sausage
- rice
- onion
- bell pepper
- garlic
- chicken broth
- heavy cream
- parsley
- Cajun seasoning
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- onion powder
- Optional: green onions
- Optional: crushed red pepper
đź“ť Ingredient Notes
- chicken broth: Use low-sodium broth to control the saltiness.
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How to Make Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in a large skillet until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, cook sausage until browned. Remove and set aside. In the remaining grease, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
- Step 3: Add rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the grease. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let simmer until rice is tender.
- Step 4: Stir in heavy cream, cooked chicken, and sausage. Let simmer for a few more minutes until the cream has heated through. Stir in parsley and serve with green onions and crushed red pepper if desired.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the rice. Once it's tender, remove it from the heat to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- : For a spicier bog, add some diced jalapeños when you sauté the vegetables.
- : To make this dish ahead, prepare the rice and chicken separately, then combine and reheat when ready to serve.
Storing & Reheating Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can make the chicken and sausage ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve.
Freezing Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice
Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier version, use low-fat chicken broth and omit the heavy cream.
- Best substitution: Substitute the chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for even more flavor.
- Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead and reheated, but the rice may absorb more liquid and become slightly drier.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the bog is too thick, thin it out with a little more chicken broth or water.
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Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- chicken breasts
- sausage
- rice
- onion
- bell pepper
- garlic
- chicken broth
- heavy cream
- parsley
Seasonings
- Cajun seasoning
- salt
- black pepper
- garlic powder
- onion powder
Optional Toppings
- green onions
- crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Season chicken breasts with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook in a large skillet until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, cook sausage until browned. Remove and set aside. In the remaining grease, sauté onion, bell pepper, and garlic until softened.
- Step 3: Add rice to the skillet and stir to coat with the grease. Pour in chicken broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let simmer until rice is tender.
- Step 4: Stir in heavy cream, cooked chicken, and sausage. Let simmer for a few more minutes until the cream has heated through. Stir in parsley and serve with green onions and crushed red pepper if desired.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a healthier version, use low-fat chicken broth and omit the heavy cream.
- Best substitution: Substitute the chicken breasts with boneless, skinless chicken thighs for even more flavor.
- Make-ahead: This dish can be made ahead and reheated, but the rice may absorb more liquid and become slightly drier.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled to serve a larger crowd.
- Troubleshooting: If the bog is too thick, thin it out with a little more chicken broth or water.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Make ahead: You can make the chicken and sausage ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 530
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Cholesterol: 120mg
- Sat. Fat: 10g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice FAQs
Yes, you can make the chicken and sausage ahead of time and reheat when ready to serve. The rice can also be made ahead, but may absorb more liquid and become slightly drier.
This is likely due to overcooking the rice. Once it's tender, remove it from the heat to prevent it from becoming mushy.
Yes, you can freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
While you can cook the chicken in the air fryer, the rest of the dish is best cooked on the stovetop.
You can substitute the heavy cream with milk or half and half for a lighter version.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Cozy Southern Chicken Bog with Sausage and Rice and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
