Instant Pot Cajun Dirty Rice
Instant Pot Cajun Dirty Rice
Instant Pot Cajun Dirty Rice is a spicy and flavorful rice dish made with ground meat, bell peppers, and Cajun seasonings. A Southern classic made easy in the Instant Pot.
Nutrition
Calories: 300cal
Carbohydrate: 30g
Protein: 18g
Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: 500mg
Difficulty Level: easy
15 min Prep
20 min Cook
35 min Total
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450g) ground beef or pork
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup (200g) long-grain rice
- 2 cups (480ml) chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Set the Instant Pot to the ‘Sauté’ function. Add the ground meat and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the rice, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Close the lid and set the Instant Pot to ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ mode for 10 minutes.
- Open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Once the cooking cycle is complete, perform a quick release of the pressure.
- Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Tip: Add a splash of hot sauce or a sprinkle of chopped parsley for extra flavor.