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Popeyes Cajun Rice Copycat: Easy Comfort Food Anyone Can Make

Popeyes Cajun Rice Copycat

A delicious and easy copycat recipe for Popeyes Cajun Rice that anyone can make at home.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup long-grain white rice
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add onions, bell pepper, and celery. Sauté until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
  4. Add the rice and stir to coat.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and add Cajun seasoning, black pepper, salt, and bay leaf.
  6. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes.
  8. Fluff rice with a fork and serve.

Notes

  • Adjust Cajun seasoning to taste if you prefer a spicier dish.
  • For added flavor, consider adding smoked sausage.

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