Description
A hearty, flavorful rice dish packed with ground beef, aromatic vegetables, and bold Cajun seasonings, finished with fresh herbs for a classic Southern comfort meal.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp green onions, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add rice and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
- Remove from heat, fluff rice with a fork, and stir in fresh parsley and green onions. Let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.