Description
Looking for a one-pan wonder that’s quick, hearty, and packed with Southern comfort? This Dirty Rice with Ground Beef brings bold Cajun flavor to your table in under 40 minutes. It’s loaded with seasoned beef, bell peppers, and aromatics, all tossed with fluffy rice for the ultimate weeknight meal. Ideal for meal prep, easy dinners, or just shaking up your usual food ideas, this dish is a flavorful answer to your craving for an easy recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste. Whether you need quick dinner ideas, comfort food with a twist, or a budget-friendly recipe, this one’s a keeper.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1 cup long grain white rice
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 small onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
2 cups chicken broth
2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion, celery, and bell peppers for 5–6 minutes until softened.
2. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it apart as it cooks. Brown thoroughly and drain excess fat.
3. Stir in minced garlic and Cajun seasoning. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add uncooked rice and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes, or until rice is tender.
6. Fluff with a fork and garnish with green onions and parsley before serving.
Notes
For extra depth, you can substitute half the beef with chopped chicken livers (traditional in classic dirty rice).
Leftovers reheat beautifully — just add a splash of broth before microwaving to refresh the texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: dirty rice, ground beef recipe, quick dinner, Cajun rice, easy recipe