This flavorful Dirty Rice combines savory ground beef, spicy sausage, and succulent shrimp, all cooked with bell peppers, onions, and a blend of delicious seasonings. A one-pan wonder that brings Southern flavors to your dinner table!
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:35 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course, Comfort Food
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Southern
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground sausage
10–12 shrimp, peeled and deveined
4 cups cooked rice
2 cups chicken broth
1 ½ cups mixed onions and bell peppers, chopped
3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
1 tsp seafood seasoning
¼ cup flour
1 tbsp oregano
3 tsp minced garlic
1 tsp thyme
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp pepper, salt to taste
Pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
Season the Shrimp: Season shrimp with seafood seasoning, then cook in 2 tbsp oil for 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.
Brown the Meats: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp oil, then brown the ground beef and sausage.
Add Vegetables: Add chopped onions, peppers, and garlic to the skillet.
Stir in Seasonings: Stir in the oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, pepper, cayenne, and salt to taste.
Thicken the Mixture: Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir.
Simmer with Broth: Pour in the chicken broth and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes.
Add Rice and Shrimp: Stir in the cooked rice and simmer for an additional 5 minutes. Add the cooked shrimp back into the mixture, stir well, and serve hot.
Notes
This dish can be made spicier by increasing the cayenne pepper or chili powder.
If you prefer a more “dirty” rice texture, use day-old rice for better results.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.