- Begin by heating the olive oil in a large stockpot over medium heat.
Add the sausage and brown until cooked through, about 7 minutes.
- Tranfer the cooked sausage to a plate lined with a paper towel to drain some of the grease.
- Add the onions and peppers to the pot and cook until soft, about 7 minutes.
- Add the garlic cloves, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and cook for 2 minutes, then add the rice, parsley, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, water, and the cooked sausage to the pan.
- Bring the pot to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cover.
- Cook for 30 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked and serve!