Cajun Dirty Rice Recipe

You will get some OMG reviews when you set this dish upon the table.  This holiday cooking recipe will be welcome addition to any holiday feast.  We make it here with ground turkey, but you can easily substitute ground beef or pork.  Don't be afraid to kick up the creole seasoning if your crowd can handle it. This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled if you are expecting the entire clan. Looking for another cajun dish? Try a shrimp jambalaya.

Holiday Recipe Ingredients

1 Tablespoon olive oil
1 medium to large yellow onion, cut into medium dice
1 large green bell pepper, cut into medium dice
1 lb ground turkey
1-2 Tablespoons Tony Chachere's Original Creole Seasoning
1 8-oz package Louisiana Fish Fry Products Dirty Rice Mix
2 1/4 cups water (or chicken broth)

Easy Holiday Recipe Instructions

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet that has a tight fitting lid.
Add the onion and bell pepper, saute over medium heat until soft.
Add the turkey, breaking it up with your spatula.
Continue cooking and stirring until the turkey is browned.
Sprinkle in the creole seasoning and stir well.
Add the rice mix and water. Stir well to combine.  Increase the heat and bring to a boil.
Cover and then reduce the heat to low.
Cook 25 to 30 minutes, until all the water is absorbed.
Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes.  Fluff with a fork before serving.