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Popeye's Cajun Rice (Best Copycat Recipe)

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 550
A flavorful Cajun rice dish inspired by Popeye's, combining rice, beef, and spices for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

Rice and Broth

  • 2 cups long grain rice, rinsed
  • 4 cups beef broth

Cooking Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 0.5 lb ground beef (225g)
  • 0.5 cup chicken gizzards, minced
  • 0.5 green bell pepper minced
  • 0.5 yellow onion minced
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp celery seed
  • 1 tsp Creole seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 0.25 tsp coarse ground black pepper
  • 0.5 cup water

Instructions 

  • Add rice to a Dutch oven with beef broth and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook ground beef, gizzards, bell pepper, and onion in oil for 6-8 minutes.
  • Add spices and water, stir well.
  • Mix in cooked rice, stir, and serve.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh spices and minced vegetables.
Calories: 550kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Keyword: Beef, Cajun, Rice