One Pot Dirty Rice
One Pot Dirty Rice is a savory Southern comfort dish that brings together long-grain rice, flavorful ground sausage, and vibrant bell peppers in a single pot. This easy-to-make meal melds aromatic spices and tender vegetables, creating a hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy a delicious explosion of flavors with every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 1 lb ground sausage (pork or turkey)
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (diced)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 3 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground sausage for 5-7 minutes until crumbly; drain excess fat if needed.
- Stir in the diced onion, minced garlic, and bell peppers; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add rice to the mixture and stir for 2 minutes until coated in juices.
- Pour in chicken broth and Cajun seasoning; bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes until rice absorbs liquid.
- Remove from heat and let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes; fluff with a fork before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For protein variations, swap sausage for chicken or shrimp. Enhance texture by adding black beans or corn. Adjust Cajun seasoning according to your heat preference.