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Dirty Rice

A hearty Cajun-style dirty rice loaded with black beans, sausage, grilled steak, grilled chicken, and sweet corn. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner.

Total time
40 min
Servings
4
Calories
520
Protein
32g
Dirty Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown rice
  • 1 cup black beans
  • ½ pound smoked sausage
  • ½ pound grilled steak
  • ½ pound grilled chicken
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • ½ cup onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook brown rice according to package directions; set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; sauté onion and garlic until soft.

  3. 3

    Add sliced sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Stir in diced steak and chicken; cook for 3 minutes until heated through.

  5. 5

    Add black beans, corn, and Cajun seasoning; stir to combine.

  6. 6

    Fold in cooked rice and cook for 2 minutes until everything is hot.

  7. 7

    Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • large skillet
  • pot for rice
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • wooden spoon

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