Description
Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice is a vibrant Southern classic that brings together succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and aromatic spices for a meal that warms the heart. This one-pot dish combines fluffy rice with colorful vegetables, making it both visually appealing and packed with flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, each bite promises a delightful experience that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long grain rice
- 1 lb shrimp (deveined)
- 1 cup smoked sausage (sliced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and bell peppers until soft.
- Add minced garlic and sliced sausage; cook until golden brown.
- Stir in shrimp and Cajun seasoning; cook until shrimp turns pink.
- Mix in uncooked rice, then pour chicken broth over everything. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer, cover tightly.
- After cooking, let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in chopped green onions and parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: For added protein and flavor, consider swapping shrimp with chicken or adding black beans. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat with a splash of broth.