Cheater's Louisiana Dirty Rice or Rice Dressing

Whip up a taste of the South in no time with this "Cheater's Louisiana Dirty Rice or Rice Dressing" recipe—a simplified take on the classic, packed with bold Cajun flavors and hearty ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-skillet dish combines tender white rice with a savory medley of ground beef, pork sausage, and optional chicken livers for authentic depth. Freshly sautéed onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic create an aromatic base, while Cajun seasoning and thyme deliver the unmistakable Louisiana kick. Simmered with a touch of chicken broth and topped with fresh green onions and parsley, this dish is as flavorful as it is fuss-free. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can stand alone as a meal or serve as a delicious side for your Southern-inspired feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups cooked white rice
• 0.5 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork breakfast sausage
• 0.25 pound chicken livers (optional, finely chopped)
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 2 stalks, diced celery stalks
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1.5 tablespoons Cajun or Creole seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 0.75 cups chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking oil
• 2 stalks, chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables soften.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Push the vegetables to one side of the skillet and add the ground beef, ground pork sausage, and chicken livers (if using) to the other side. Cook, breaking up the meats with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink, approximately 7-10 minutes.

Step 5

Once the meats are cooked, mix them together with the vegetables in the skillet. Sprinkle in the Cajun or Creole seasoning and dried thyme, stirring well to combine.

Step 6

Pour in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld together.

Step 7

Add the cooked rice to the skillet, stirring to coat the rice in the flavorful mixture. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, letting the rice absorb the seasonings and broth.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more Cajun seasoning or a pinch of salt if necessary.

Step 9

Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2211.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2475.4

Total Fat 117.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 690.5mg	0%
Sodium 4848.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 231.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.3g
Protein 117.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 441.9mg	0%
Iron 27.1mg	0%
Potassium 3640.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.1%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 37.7%