In preheated 8-quart saucepan or Dutch oven, sauté sausage about 5 minutes. Add all vegetables and cook 5 minutes.
Add rice, stirring until well coated with liquid in pan. Mix chicken base with water and add all remaining ingredients. Bring to boil, reduce heat and cover. Simmer 20 minutes or until rice is cooked. Serve immediately, or chill and reheat before serving.
Makes: 4 to 6