Popeye's Cajun Rice Copycat

Recreate the bold, savory flavors of a fast-food favorite with this Popeye's Cajun Rice Copycat recipe! Packed with perfectly seasoned ground beef, optional chicken liver for authentic richness, and a medley of fresh vegetables like celery, green bell pepper, and onion, this dish delivers classic Southern comfort in every bite. Fragrant Cajun seasoning, paprika, and thyme infuse the rice with deep, spicy flavors, while a splash of chicken broth ties everything together for a satisfying, hearty texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pan dish makes a versatile side or standalone meal that's sure to impress. Perfect for weeknight dinners or your next family gathering, this recipe is your go-to for mastering homemade Cajun cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.5 pounds ground beef
• 2 tablespoons ground chicken liver (optional)
• 3 cups cooked white rice
• 0.5 cups yellow onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cups celery, finely chopped
• 0.25 cups green bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 cups chicken broth
• 1.5 teaspoons cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoons paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons thyme, dried
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and optional ground chicken liver, cooking until browned and fully cooked. Break up the meat into small pieces with a spatula.

Step 3

Add the chopped yellow onion, celery, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the cajun seasoning, paprika, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked white rice, mixing well to evenly combine the flavors throughout. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is heated through and the broth is absorbed.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or cajun seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve hot as a side dish or a standalone meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1048.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1359.7

Total Fat 56.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.8g
Cholesterol 264.1mg	0%
Sodium 3851.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 5.6g
Protein 60.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.5mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 1255.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 17.7%

Carbs: 45.0%