Step 1

In a large skillet warm olive oil for about a minute. Add sausage and onions to the skillet. Cook until onions are tender and translucent.

Step 2

Add minced garlic and cook for one minute while stirring. (if using powder skip this step)

Step 3

Add beans, Italian seasoning, cajun seasoning, red pepper flakes (optional) and stir to combine.

Step 4

Next add rice and chicken broth to skillet and stir to combine.

Step 5

Bring everything to a boil, reduce heat to medium low cover and simmer for 20 minutes. Stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Garnish with sliced scallions