Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe

If you are a Popeyes fanatic then you have most likely tried their tasty Cajun Rice and wondered what secret ingredients they use.

Well in this post we have the tasty Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe for you to make in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Whether you are a newbie in your kitchen we have easy steps for you to follow so you can make this yummy meal with ease.

Why You’ll Love This Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe

This tasty Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe is a great meal to whip up, as it tastes amazing and it’s full of protein.

This meal is perfect for adding more veggies and protein to your diet, it’s a great meal to have if you love staying active and working out.

Another reason why I love this recipe is because it’s easy to make and it’s definitely a kid-friendly meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of long-grain white rice
• 2 cups of water
• 1/2 pound of ground beef
• 1/2 pound of chicken gizzards, finely chopped
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped celery
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup of finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon of dried sage
• 1/4 cup of soy sauce
• 1/4 cup of chopped green onions

Kitchen Equipment

• Medium saucepan
• Large skillet
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Wooden spoon or spatula

How to make this Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe

Step 1: Make the Rice

1. Add 1 cup of rice, then turn the heat down low.
2. Cover the pot and let it cook for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is soft and the water is gone.
3. Take it off the heat and keep it covered for 5 minutes.

Step 2: Cook the Meat and Veggies

1. In a big frying pan on medium heat, cook the ground beef until it’s brown.
2. Put the chopped chicken gizzards into the pan.
3. Cook for around 5 minutes, stirring now and then.
4. Add the chopped celery, green bell pepper, and onion to the pan.
5. Cook until the veggies are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
6. Mix in the chopped garlic and cook for one more minute.

Step 3: Add Flavor

1. Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, thyme, and sage.
2. Pour in the soy sauce and stir so the meat and veggies get coated evenly.

Step 4: Mix It All Together

1. Add the cooked rice to the pan with the meat and veggies.
2. Let it cook for another 5 minutes, stirring sometimes, until it’s all warmed up.

What pairs with this Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe

When it comes to paring this flavorful Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe you can have it with Chick Fil A Grilled Nuggets Recipe, or Chili’s Chicken Crispers Recipe for a complete meal.

I also personally have had this recipe with a fresh green salad which helped balance out the richness of the meal.

When it comes to drinks you can have this tasty meal with a cold glass of lemonade or a Armadillo Punch.

Tips

• If you prefer a vegetarian version of this recipe, then you can change up the meats with plant-based alternatives and add extra veggies such as mushrooms and zucchini.
• You can adjust the amount of cayenne pepper you use in this recipe, add more if you like it hotter, and reduce the amount you use if you prefer it milder.
• If you want to make this recipe healthier, then you can use brown rice or quinoa.
• You can cook this recipe beforehand and simply reheat it when you are ready. The recipe would actually taste nicer the next day as all the will meld.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use instant rice for this recipe?

If you want to save time feel free to use instant rice. It typically tastes the same as rice that’s cooked on the stove, so it doesn’t really matter.

What if I don’t have chicken gizzards?

If you don’t have chicken gizzards at hand or don’t want to use them, you can use chopped chicken liver or remove it completely and add more ground beef.

How do I make this dish less spicy?

If you prefer less spice then reduce the amount of cayenne pepper you use. You can also add a bit of sugar which will balance out the spice.

Is this dish gluten-free?

You will just need to make sure to use gluten-free soy sauce or tamari

Conclusion

I hope you have lots of fun learning how to make this homemade Popeyes Cajun Rice recipe.

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Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe

Recipe by JuliaCourse: MainCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Calories

250

kcal

Total time

35

minutes

Discover the delicious Popeyes Cajun Rice Recipe and learn to make this spicy, flavorful dish with easy instructions. Perfect for family dinners!

Ingredients

• 1 cup of long-grain white rice

• 2 cups of water

• 1/2 pound of ground beef

• 1/2 pound of chicken gizzards, finely chopped

• 1/2 cup of finely chopped celery

• 1/2 cup of finely chopped green bell pepper

• 1/2 cup of finely chopped onion

• 2 cloves of garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon of salt

• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper

• 1 teaspoon of paprika

• 1/2 teaspoon of dried thyme

• 1/2 teaspoon of dried sage

• 1/4 cup of soy sauce

• 1/4 cup of chopped green onions

Directions

• Make the Rice
• Add 1 cup of rice, then turn the heat down low.
• Cover the pot and let it cook for about 18-20 minutes until the rice is soft and the water is gone.
• Take it off the heat and keep it covered for 5 minutes.
• Cook the Meat and Veggies
• In a big frying pan on medium heat, cook the ground beef until it's brown.
• Put the chopped chicken gizzards into the pan.
• Cook for around 5 minutes, stirring now and then.
• Add the chopped celery, green bell pepper, and onion to the pan.
• Cook until the veggies are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
• Mix in the chopped garlic and cook for one more minute.
• Add Flavor
• Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, thyme, and sage.
• Pour in the soy sauce and stir so the meat and veggies get coated evenly.
• Mix It All Together
• Add the cooked rice to the pan with the meat and veggies.
• Let it cook for another 5 minutes, stirring sometimes, until it's all warmed up.

Notes

• If you prefer a vegetarian version of this recipe, then you can change up the meats with plant-based alternatives and add extra veggies such as mushrooms and zucchini.
• You can adjust the amount of cayenne pepper you use in this recipe, add more if you like it hotter, and reduce the amount you use if you prefer it milder.
• If you want to make this recipe healthier, then you can use brown rice or quinoa.
• You can cook this recipe beforehand and simply reheat it when you are ready. The recipe would actually taste nicer the next day as all the will meld.