dirty rice with ground beef
Dirty rice with ground beef is a hearty, flavorful one-pot meal packed with Cajun spices and tender beef. A quick and budget-friendly dish that’s perfect for any meal, this recipe is customizable for heat and protein.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 bell pepper diced
- 2 celery stalks diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 ½ teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 2 green onions sliced
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef – Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté the Vegetables – Add diced onion, bell pepper, and celery to the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes until softened, then add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Season the Mixture – Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to coat the beef and vegetables.
- Add the Rice and Broth – Add uncooked rice, chicken broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
- Simmer Until Tender – Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 18–20 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Fluff and Garnish – Let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork and stir in green onions.
- Serve and Enjoy – Serve warm and enjoy the bold flavors!