One-Pot Chicken Dirty Rice Recipe
Classic Cajun-style dirty rice made easy in one pot with tender chicken, the trinity, and bold spices.It’s hearty, weeknight-friendly, and loaded with flavor in every bite.
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1.25 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 4 oz chicken livers, minced optional, finely chopped
- 1.5 cup yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup green bell pepper, diced
- 0.75 cup celery, diced
- 4 clove garlic, minced
- 1.25 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.75 tsp dried thyme
- 2 leaf bay leaves
- 2 cup long-grain white rice rinsed and drained
- 3.75 cup low-sodium chicken broth warmed
- 1.25 tsp kosher salt plus more to taste
- 0.75 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 cup scallions, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Rinse the rice under cool water until mostly clear. Drain well.
- Warm the olive oil and butter in a heavy pot over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper. Brown in batches until golden.
- Transfer browned chicken to a bowl. Leave the drippings in the pot.
- Sauté the chopped livers, if using, until lightly browned. Scrape up browned bits.
- Reduce heat to medium. Cook onion, bell pepper, and celery until softened.
- Stir in garlic, Cajun seasoning, paprika, and thyme. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the rice and toast, stirring, for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Return chicken and any juices to the pot. Pour in broth and add bay leaves.
- Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 18 to 20 minutes.
- Remove from heat and rest, covered, 5 minutes. Fluff, fold in scallions and parsley, and season to taste.
Notes
Variation: Add sliced andouille sausage with the chicken for a smokier bite, or increase Cajun seasoning for extra heat. Storage: Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze up to 2 months; reheat gently with a splash of broth to loosen.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic One-Pot Chicken Dirty Rice Recipe flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.