Shrimp Dirty Rice Skillet (Printer-Friendly)
A savory skillet combining shrimp, ground meats, Cajun spices, and fluffy rice for a bold, hearty dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Proteins
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1 lb ground beef, lean
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1 lb ground pork sausage
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12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Rice
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4 cups cooked white rice, preferably day-old
→ Vegetables
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1.5 cups finely chopped onions and bell peppers
→ Liquids
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2 cups low sodium chicken broth
→ Oils & Thickeners
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3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
→ Spices & Seasonings
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1 teaspoon seafood seasoning
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1 tablespoon dried oregano
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3 teaspoons minced garlic
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 tablespoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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Pinch cayenne pepper
# Steps to Make This:
01 -
Toss shrimp with seafood seasoning until evenly coated. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear shrimp 2-3 minutes per side until opaque and curled. Remove and set aside.
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Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to skillet. Add ground beef and pork sausage, breaking into pieces. Cook until browned and fragrant, stirring frequently.
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Stir in onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic with meats. Cook over medium heat until vegetables are tender and meat is fully browned.
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Sprinkle oregano, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper over mixture. Stir to combine. Add flour and stir well to evenly coat.
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Pour in chicken broth while scraping skillet bottom to lift browned bits. Bring to gentle simmer and cook 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens and flavors meld.
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Gently fold cooked rice into skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat grains with sauce. Continue simmering 5 minutes to heat through.
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Return seared shrimp to skillet, folding gently to combine without breaking. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
# Additional Notes:
01 -
Use day-old rice or freshly cooled rice separated with fork to prevent clumping.
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Toasting spices with meat and vegetables enhances depth and aroma.
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Fold shrimp gently to maintain tenderness and prevent rubbery texture.