Best 5 Popeyes Style Cajun Rice Recipes

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If you're a fan of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen's iconic Cajun rice, you'll be thrilled to know that you can recreate this flavorful dish in your own kitchen. With just a few simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can whip up a batch of Popeyes-style Cajun rice that's just as delicious as the restaurant's version. Whether you're serving it as a side dish for your favorite Cajun-inspired meal or enjoying it as a standalone dish, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings for authentic Louisiana flavor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

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.

POPEYE'S CAJUN RICE RECIPE (COPYCAT)



Popeye's Cajun Rice Recipe (Copycat) image

Popeye's Cajun Rice Copycat is a beefy boldly seasoned rice with cajun spices. The perfect copycat recipe!

Provided by Sabrina Snyder

Categories     Side

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups long grain rice
4 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 pound ground beef ((85/15))
1/2 cup chicken gizzards (minced)
1/2 green bell pepper (minced)
1/2 yellow onion (minced)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon creole seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Rinse your rice well then add to a dutch oven with your beef broth.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium low heat.
  • Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
  • While the rice is cooking add the vegetable oil, ground beef, chicken gizzards, bell pepper, onion to a large cast iron skillet on medium high heat, breaking it apart as you cook them, for about 6-8 minutes.
  • Add in the garlic powder, celery seed, creole seasoning, cayenne and black pepper along with the water and stir well.
  • Add the rice to the mixture, stir well to combine and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 kcal, Carbohydrate 38 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 37 mg, Sodium 778 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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 CAJUN RICE - COPYCAT



Popeye's Cajun Rice - Copycat image

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. For a serious bayou experience, add more Cajun seasoning and red pepper flakes.

Provided by mailbelle

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

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

Steps:

  • In a skillet, combine the ground beef and green pepper and cook over medium-high heat until the beef loses its pink color and the pepper is soft.
  • Pour off the excess fat and reduce the heat to medium-low.
  • Add the remaining ingredients, then stir and cook together until the ground beef is completely cooked and the liquid is absorbed, 25 to 35 minutes.

POPEYE'S CAJUN RICE RECIPE - (4.2/5)



Popeye's Cajun Rice Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by รก-170456

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 cup finely-diced bell pepper
1/3 cup diced green onions
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon celery flakes
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper
4 cups long-grain rice cooked, drained
1/4 cup water - (to 1/3)
1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In fry pan stir in ground beef, bell pepper and cook on medium-high heat until beef looses 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 about 25 to 35 minutes. More Creole seasoning and red pepper may be added for that Cajun at Heart. I like to use Tony Chacheres's.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for high-quality rice, vegetables, and seasonings.
  • Don't skimp on the spices: Cajun cuisine is known for its bold flavors, so don't be afraid to add plenty of spices to your rice. A good mix of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper is a good starting point.
  • Cook the rice properly: The key to perfect Cajun rice is to cook it properly. Use the right amount of water or broth and cook the rice until it is tender but not mushy.
  • Add vegetables and protein: For a more complete meal, add vegetables and protein to your rice. Some popular options include bell peppers, onions, chicken, and sausage.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: Cajun rice is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some popular options include hot sauce, green onions, and chopped parsley.

Conclusion:

Popeyes-style Cajun rice is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its bold flavors and versatile nature, it is sure to be a hit with everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a flavorful and satisfying side dish, give this recipe a try.

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