Description
Popeyes Cajun Rice Copycat is a flavorful dish that brings the vibrant taste of Cajun cuisine right to your kitchen. This easy-to-make recipe features fluffy long-grain rice infused with aromatic spices, colorful veggies, and savory chicken broth, creating a delightful blend that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings. Enjoy every bite as you savor the comforting flavors that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup long-grain rice
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), chopped
- 1 cup celery, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onion, bell peppers, celery, and garlic.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped vegetables and sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in Cajun seasoning, ensuring spices are well-incorporated.
- Add rice to the skillet and toast for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 20 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let sit covered for an additional 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- Serve topped with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg