Maque Choux With Sausage Corn
Maque Choux With Sausage Corn is a flavorful Cajun stew combining tender corn, spicy sausage, and a medley of fresh vegetables, perfect for a comforting Southern-inspired meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears fresh corn, kernels removed
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender, about 4-5 minutes.
- Stir in the corn kernels and cook for another 3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Return the sausage to the skillet, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream just before serving or serve alongside steamed rice for a complete meal.