Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice – Flavorful One-Pot Comfort Meal

When you want a quick, hearty, and flavorful meal, Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice is the answer. This one-pot dish combines perfectly seasoned rice with plump shrimp, smoky sausage, and a medley of aromatic vegetables, delivering the ultimate comfort food experience.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• One-Pot Wonder: Minimal cleanup, maximum flavor.
• Quick & Easy: Ready in under 40 minutes, perfect for weeknights.
• Flavorful & Satisfying: Savory sausage, tender shrimp, and well-seasoned rice make every bite memorable.
• Customizable: Adjust spice levels and protein to your taste.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Protein: Medium shrimp (peeled and deveined) and smoked sausage (sliced).
• Vegetables: Onion, bell pepper, celery, garlic — classic “holy trinity” of Cajun cooking.
• Rice & Seasoning: Long-grain rice, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley for garnish.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Sausage & Shrimp
   In a large skillet or sauté pan, cook sliced sausage until browned. Remove and set aside. Quickly sauté shrimp with a bit of oil until pink, then remove as well.
2. Sauté the Vegetables
   In the same pan, add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Cook until softened and fragrant, about 3–5 minutes.
3. Cook the Rice
   Add rice to the pan and stir to coat with the vegetable mixture. Pour in chicken broth and sprinkle Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer. Cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid absorbed, about 18–20 minutes.
4. Combine Proteins & Finish
   Return sausage and shrimp to the pan. Gently fold into the rice. Cook for an additional 2–3 minutes to heat through and blend flavors.
5. Garnish & Serve
   Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top for color and freshness. Serve hot and enjoy a comforting, flavorful one-pot meal!

Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice (One-Pot Recipe)

Flavorful one-pot Shrimp Sausage Dirty Rice 🍤🌶️ — tender shrimp, smoky sausage, and seasoned rice cooked together for a hearty, comforting meal perfect for weeknights or gatherings.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine: American, Cajun, Southern

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Protein

• 12 oz medium shrimp peeled and deveined
• 8 oz smoked sausage sliced

Vegetables

• 1 onion chopped
• 1 green bell pepper chopped
• 1 celery stalk chopped
• 2 cloves garlic minced

Rice & Seasoning

• 1 cup long-grain rice uncooked
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Garnish

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

• Large skillet or sauté pan
• Spatula or wooden spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Knife and cutting board

Method

 

1. In a large skillet, cook sliced sausage over medium heat until browned. Remove and set aside.
2. Quickly sauté shrimp in the same skillet until pink. Remove and set aside with sausage.
3. Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened and fragrant, 3–5 minutes.
4. Add rice, stir to coat with vegetables. Pour in chicken broth and season with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.
5. Cover and cook until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed, about 18–20 minutes.
6. Return sausage and shrimp to the pan, fold gently to combine. Cook 2–3 minutes until heated through.
7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Add a splash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for extra kick. Can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Tips for the Perfect Dirty Rice

• Even Cooking: Make sure to spread rice evenly in the pan before covering to avoid uneven cooking.
• Flavor Boost: Add a dash of hot sauce or smoked paprika for extra depth.
• Protein Swap: You can use chicken or crawfish instead of shrimp for variation.
• Make Ahead: This dish reheats well and keeps in the fridge for up to 3 days.