For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground beef with 1 (15-ounce) can of drained and rinsed lentils or crumbled plant-based ground meat. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for an extra kick of heat. Ensure the baking dish is tightly covered with aluminum foil to trap the steam and allow the rice to cook evenly. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or oven.
Cajun Chow Mein
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs 5 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING6 People
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VIEWS25
Experience a delightful twist on the classic New Orleans flavors of red beans and rice, transformed into a comforting and flavorful one-pan bake. This dish brings together savory ground beef, vibrant vegetables, and hearty kidney beans, all simmered in a rich, spiced tomato sauce and baked to perfection with fluffy rice. A guaranteed family favorite!
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate42 g
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Cholesterol50 mg
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Fiber7 g
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Protein22 g
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Saturated Fat4 g
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Sodium313 mg
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Sugar4 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
02
Step
7 mins
Heat a large saucepan over medium-high heat and stir in the ground beef. Cook and stir until the beef is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink. Drain and discard any excess grease. Stir in the garlic, onion, and green bell pepper; cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 7 minutes.
03
Step
2 mins
Once the liquid from the tomatoes has been absorbed, stir in the kidney beans, rice, and water. Season with the chili powder and salt and pepper to taste. Pour into a 9x13-inch baking dish and cover tightly with aluminum foil.
04
Step
50 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until the rice has absorbed the liquid and is tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
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Angelina Little
Jun 27, 2025This recipe is amazing! My family loved it, and it's become a regular in our meal rotation.
Holly Mcglynn
Jun 21, 2025I substituted the ground beef with ground turkey and it was still delicious!
Lance Smitham
Apr 12, 2025I added a bit more chili powder for extra flavor, and it was perfect!
Clair Botsford
Apr 3, 2025The directions were clear and easy to follow. My rice came out perfectly cooked.
Abby Murray
Mar 16, 2025So easy to make and packed with flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Oliver Bechtelar
Mar 15, 2025A great way to use up leftover rice and beans. Highly recommended!