Best 3 Popeyes Dirty Rice Copycat Recipes

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Craving the savory flavors of Popeyes' Dirty Rice but want to indulge at home? Embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of replicating this iconic dish, an irresistible blend of fluffy rice, flavorful spices, succulent meat, and a rich sauce. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting your kitchen journey, this guide will lead you step-by-step towards creating a copycat version of Popeyes' Dirty Rice that will delight your taste buds and satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

COPYCAT POPEYES CAJUN RICE



Copycat Popeyes Cajun Rice image

Make this Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe at home with this easy recipe.

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Side Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound Lean ground beef
1/2 cup chicken gizzards
1/2 cup finely diced green bell pepper
1/3 cup sliced green onions
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon celery flakes
1 teaspoon Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 cups long grain rice cooked and drained
1/4 - 1/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon ground black epper

Steps:

  • Cook 4 cups of long grain rice according to package directions.
  • Finely chop or pulse thechicken gizzards in a food processor. In a frying pan, stir in the ground beef,ground chicken gizzards, and bell pepper and cook on medium-high heat until thebeef loses its pink color and the bell pepper is soft. Remove excessgrease.
  • Turn the temperature downto medium or medium-low and add the remaining ingredients. Cook, stirring,until the ground beef is completely cooked and liquid is gone (about 25-35 mins.) More Creole seasoning and red pepper may be added for that Cajun at heart taste.I like to use Tony Chachere's.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350 kcal, Carbohydrate 60 g, Protein 17 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 52 mg, Fiber 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

POPEYE'S DIRTY RICE - COPYCAT



Popeye's Dirty Rice - Copycat image

A combination of breakfast sausage and rice cooked in chicken broth. Popeye's is a Louisiana-based fried chicken restaurant chain. This recipe is from America's Most Wanted Recipes - Copycat Versions of Everyone's Best-Loved Food.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb bulk spicy breakfast sausage
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1/2 cup long -grain rice
1 teaspoon onion flakes

Steps:

  • Brown the sausage in a skillet, stirring and crumbling with a fork, until the pink color disappears.
  • Stir in the broth, rice, and onion flakes.
  • Simmer gently, covered, for 18 to 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and most of the broth is absorbed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490.8, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 95.3, Sodium 1184.3, Carbohydrate 20.1, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 0.5, Protein 25.8

POPEYES CAJUN RICE - COPYCAT



Popeyes Cajun Rice - Copycat image

This is my all time favorite! Forget about side dish... This is a meal on its own! Everytime I visit a Popeye's I make sure to always get this. Goes great with fried chicken! Feel free to add or take away any ingredients to make it to your liking!

Provided by Chef 009

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely diced bell pepper
1/3 cup diced green onion
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried celery flakes
1 teaspoon creole seasoning
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
4 cups long grain rice, cooked and drained
1/4-1/3 cup water
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In fry pan, stir in ground beef and bell pepper.
  • Cook over medium high heat until beef loses its pink color and bell pepper is soft.
  • Remove excess grease.
  • Turn temperature down to medium or medium low.
  • Add remaining ingredients; stir and cook together until ground beef is completely cooked and liquid is gone.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will always yield the best results. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Cook the rice properly: The rice is the base of this dish, so it's important to cook it properly. Be sure to rinse the rice before cooking to remove any excess starch. Then, cook the rice according to the package directions.
  • Brown the meat thoroughly: Browning the meat will help to develop its flavor. Be sure to brown the meat in a hot skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: This recipe is a great starting point, but you can feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. For example, you could add chopped vegetables, different types of sausage, or even seafood.

Conclusion:

Popeyes Dirty Rice is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice. With its combination of savory flavors and textures, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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