Shrimp Dirty Rice Skillet (Printer-Friendly Version)
Bold shrimp and spiced rice skillet with ground meats and Cajun-inspired flavors for a hearty, one-pan meal.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Meats & Seafood
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1 lb lean ground beef
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1 lb pork sausage
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12 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
→ Vegetables
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1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions and bell peppers
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1 tbsp minced garlic
→ Pantry
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4 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
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2 cups low sodium chicken broth
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3 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
→ Spices & Seasonings
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1 tsp seafood seasoning
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1 tbsp dried oregano
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1 tsp dried thyme
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1 tbsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp chili powder
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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1/2 tsp salt
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Pinch cayenne pepper
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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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. Break meat into small pieces and cook until browned and aromatic.
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Add chopped onions, bell peppers, and minced garlic to skillet. 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 evenly over mixture. Stir to combine. Add flour and stir thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
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Pour in chicken broth while scraping browned bits from pan. Bring to gentle simmer and cook 5-7 minutes until sauce thickens and flavors meld.
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Fold in cooked white rice, mixing to evenly coat grains with sauce. Simmer 5 minutes to warm rice and blend flavors.
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Return shrimp to skillet and gently fold into rice mixture. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Hints:
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Use day-old rice to prevent clumping and ensure a fluffy texture.
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Avoid overcooking shrimp by folding them in last to retain tenderness.
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To reduce spiciness, omit or reduce chili powder and cayenne pepper.