Dirty Rice Recipe

This Dirty Rice recipe is a flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights when you need dinner on the table fast. Ground beef, tender rice, and classic Cajun vegetables come together with Creole seasoning for a hearty, satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy. Using instant rice keeps prep and cook time to a minimum, while everyday pantry ingredients make it budget-friendly and easy to throw together. Pair it with garlic toast or a simple side salad for a complete dinner that’s filling, comforting, and full of Southern-inspired flavor.

Dirty Rice

This Dirty Rice recipe is a flavorful meal that's perfect for busy weeknights when you need dinner on the table fast.

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Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 6

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 3 cups instant rice
• 1-2 lbs ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2-3 ribs of celery, diced
• 2-3 cloves garlic, grate (or 1 tsp granulated garlic)
• 1/2 cup broth (chicken or beef)
• 1 tbsp Tony Chachere's seasoning (or creole seasoning of your choice) to taste

Method

 

1. Cook the rice according to package instructions *Preferred method: In a pot, bring 3 cups water to a boil, stir in 3 cups instant rice, and cover with a lid. Turn off heat and allow to stand for 10-15 minutes.*
2. While the rice steams, brown the ground beef in a large skillet, breaking it apart. When the beef is almost done, add the onion, garlic, celery, and bell pepper to the skillet. Saute until vegetables soften.

   Stir in the cooked rice, broth, and creole seasoning. Combine well.
Serve with garlic toast or a side salad.