Sherry's Dirty Rice

Savor the bold flavors of the South with Sherry’s Dirty Rice, a hearty one-pot recipe brimming with Cajun-inspired goodness. This classic dish combines the richness of ground pork, beef, and finely chopped chicken livers, bringing savory depth to every bite. Fresh aromatics like onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic are sautéed to perfection, then seasoned with traditional Cajun spices for an irresistible kick. Long-grain white rice is cooked in flavorful chicken broth, absorbing all the robust flavors as it simmers to fluffy perfection. Topped with fresh scallions and parsley for a pop of color and freshness, this dirty rice is a mouthwatering main course or satisfying side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Experience the ultimate comfort food packed with authentic Southern charm!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Long-grain white rice
• 3 cups Chicken broth
• 0.5 pounds Ground pork
• 0.5 pounds Ground beef
• 0.25 pounds Chicken livers, finely chopped
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 stalks Celery stalks, finely diced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 stalks Scallions, sliced thinly (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Set it aside to drain.

Step 2

In a large heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the ground pork, ground beef, and chicken livers to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it up into crumbles, until browned and fully cooked. Remove the meat from the skillet and set aside, leaving behind about 1 tablespoon of rendered fat.

Step 4

To the same skillet, add the onion, green bell pepper, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 6

Return the cooked meat mixture to the skillet. Stir in the Cajun seasoning, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper until everything is evenly coated with the spices.

Step 7

Add the rinsed and drained rice to the skillet, stirring to combine it with the meat and vegetables.

Step 8

Pour in the chicken broth. Stir to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed, then bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet or Dutch oven, and let the rice cook undisturbed for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid is fully absorbed.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Fluff the rice with a fork, then garnish with sliced scallions and chopped parsley before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot as a main dish or a hearty side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2402.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2239.9

Total Fat 121.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 994.2mg	0%
Sodium 6067.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.9g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 154.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 454.5mg	0%
Iron 25.3mg	0%
Potassium 3282.0mg	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: 48.7%

Protein: 27.5%

Carbs: 23.8%