Description
Experience the comforting flavors of Dirty Rice with Ground Beef, a savory one-pot meal that’s perfect for family dinners or quick weeknight meals. This delightful dish is infused with Cajun spices and mixed with vibrant vegetables, delivering rich taste in every bite. Easy to prepare and budget-friendly, it combines ground beef, rice, and fresh ingredients to create a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Whether served as a main course or a hearty side, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook for about 3-5 minutes until softened.
- Add Cajun seasoning, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for another minute.
- Mix in the rice until well-coated with the seasoning blend.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Let sit covered for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork. Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg