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Shrimp Dirty Rice Skillet

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Shrimp dirty rice skillet is a bold and hearty one-pan dish made with seasoned shrimp, rice, vegetables, and Cajun spices. Inspired by Southern cuisine, it’s full of flavor and quick to make—perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb medium or large shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 3 cups cooked white rice (preferably day-old)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 lb ground sausage or ground beef (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun or Creole seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth (as needed)
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add onion, celery, and bell pepper; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. If using ground sausage or beef, add it now and cook until browned, breaking into crumbles. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  5. Add Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to coat the vegetables and meat evenly.
  6. Mix in the cooked rice and stir well, breaking up any clumps. Add a splash of chicken broth to moisten if needed.
  7. Add shrimp, nestling them into the rice. Cook for 3–4 minutes or until shrimp are pink and opaque.
  8. Toss everything together and cook for 1 more minute to blend flavors.
  9. Garnish with chopped green onions and parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use thawed, patted-dry frozen shrimp for convenience.
  • Substitute shrimp with chicken or andouille sausage for variety.
  • Adjust spice level by changing the amount of Cajun seasoning or adding hot sauce.
  • Add mushrooms, peas, or corn for extra texture and flavor.
  • Day-old rice works best for texture, but fresh rice can be cooled and fluffed before using.

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