Easy Baked Dirty Rice

Savor the bold, hearty flavors of the South with this Easy Baked Dirty Rice recipe. Packed with seasoned ground pork, tender chicken livers, and a fragrant medley of onions, celery, and bell peppers, this dish is a one-pan wonder perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday spreads. Infused with Cajun spices, a hint of thyme, and smoked paprika, every bite bursts with authentic Louisiana-inspired taste. The combination of long-grain rice baked in savory chicken broth ensures a fluffy, perfectly cooked result every time. Simple to prepare and baked to perfection, this dirty rice is a comforting classic that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or stands alone as a satisfying main course. Garnish with fresh green onions for a colorful finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup long-grain white rice
• 0.5 pound ground pork or sausage
• 4 ounces chicken livers, chopped
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, finely diced
• 2 stalks celery, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 stalks green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with olive oil or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground pork or sausage and cook, stirring frequently, until browned. Break it up into small pieces as it cooks.

Step 3

Add the chopped chicken livers to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are no longer pink.

Step 4

Stir in the diced onion, bell pepper, celery, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the cajun seasoning, thyme, paprika, salt, and black pepper, ensuring the mixture is well coated with the spices.

Step 6

Turn off the heat and stir in the uncooked rice, mixing everything evenly. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Pour the chicken broth over the rice mixture, ensuring the broth covers the rice evenly. Add the bay leaf to the center of the dish.

Step 8

Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil, ensuring no steam escapes during cooking.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.

Step 10

Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes, still covered, to let the flavors meld.

Step 11

Discard the bay leaf, fluff the rice with a fork, and garnish with chopped green onions if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1465.3 grams (1465.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1165

Total Fat 53.50g	69%
Saturated Fat 18.30g	92%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 552mg	184%
Sodium 3887mg	169%
Total Carbohydrate 94.00g	34%
Dietary Fiber 10.90g	39%
Total Sugars 14.00g
Protein 76.90g	154%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267mg	21%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 2281mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.3%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 32.3%