Dirty Rice with Ground Beef
Dirty Rice with Ground Beef is a hearty, flavorful dish that brings comfort and joy to any table. This one-pot wonder combines long-grain rice, ground beef, and a medley of aromatic vegetables seasoned with Cajun spices. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, it’s easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Serve it alongside your favorite greens or cornbread for a complete meal that warms the soul.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper (red or green), diced
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning (or to taste)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery; sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic, then add ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking up clumps.
- Sprinkle in Cajun seasoning and mix well.
- Add long-grain rice and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low and cover tightly. Simmer until rice absorbs the liquid.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for five minutes. Fluff with a fork and garnish with green onions before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg