Description
Discover the comforting and flavorful experience of Dirty Rice with Ground Beef, a dish that beautifully combines seasoned ground beef, rice, and colorful vegetables. This hearty recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings with friends. The rich Cajun spices elevate the flavors, ensuring every bite is deliciously satisfying. With its simplicity and versatility, you can easily modify it to suit your taste by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting spice levels. Not only is this dish budget-friendly, but it also provides a nourishing meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 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 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened.
- Mix in Cajun seasoning, thyme, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for an additional minute.
- Add rice to the skillet and stir to coat with seasonings.
- Pour in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20–25 minutes until rice is fully cooked.
- Remove from heat; let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg