Rustic Venison Skillet

Savor the rich flavors of ground venison cooked in a hearty skillet with tender rice and sweet canned corn. This rustic one-pan dish is a perfect balance of gamey goodness, fluffy grains, and a touch of sweetness. It's a comforting dish that will take you straight to the warmth of a rustic cabin in the woods.
ingredients
- 1 lb ground venison
- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- 2.
Add ground venison to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks.
- 3.
Stir in Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 4.
Add rice and canned corn to the skillet. Stir to combine with the venison mixture.
- 5.
Pour in beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
- 6.
Remove from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, covered.
- 7.
Fluff the rice with a fork and garnish with fresh parsley.
- 8.
Serve hot and enjoy this delicious rustic venison skillet!