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Dirty Rice with Ground Beef

Dirty Rice with Ground Beef
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Discover the delightful comfort of Dirty Rice with Ground Beef, a hearty dish that captures the essence of Cajun cuisine. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory ground beef with aromatic spices, fresh vegetables, and fluffy rice, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings. In just about 40 minutes, you can whip up this flavorful one-pot dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Customize it with your favorite veggies or alternate proteins like turkey or chicken to make it your own!

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1 green or red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 cups long-grain white rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks.
  2. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in Cajun seasoning and remaining spices; cook for an additional minute.
  4. Mix in the rice until well coated with the seasoning.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender.
  6. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  7. Serve garnished with chopped green onions.

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