Popeyes Red Beans and Rice

Red beans and rice are a unique menu item and a favorite among many who visit Popeyes. If you want truly Southern comfort food, Popeyes Red Beans and Rice is the meal you have to experience. There is nothing better than slow-simmered beans resting within a hint of spice, creamy gravy to top fluffy white rice. Additionally, the red beans and rice are so versatile that they can turn any entrée on their menu into a legit meal.

Calories

Calories: 230
Serving: Regular

Allergens

Following Allergens are found in the Popeyes Red Beans & Rice:

• Milk (found in the red bean mixture)
• Soy (found in the seasoning)

Red Beans and Rice Nutrition

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	230
Total Fat	16 g
Saturated Fat	4.5 g
Trans Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	5 mg
Sodium	680 mg
Total Carbohydrates	19 g
Dietary Fiber	6 g
Sugars	1 g
Protein	6 g

Popeyes Red Beans and Rice Recipe

Want to make your version of Popeye’s famous red beans and rice? Our recipe delivers that signature flavor right in your kitchen. Best of all, it’s surprisingly simple to prepare!

Ingredients

Red Beans

• 1 cup dried red beans 
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 cups water 
• 2 tbsp butter
• ½ cup smoked sausage
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp liquid smoke
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper 
• Black pepper
• Salt 

Rice

• 1 cup of White Rice
• 1 tbsp oil
• 2 cups water

Preparation

The preparation time is about 10 minutes, the cooking time is 1 hour and 20 minutes, and the total time is almost 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Cooking the Beans

• Preparation: The beans need to be dried. One discards the dried red beans, 1 cup of which is placed in a large glass bowl with water, covering 2 inches above the bean level for soaking for about 24 hours.
• Base Ingredient Blend: Having drained the soaked red beans, place them in an adequately sized pot, and cover the beans with chicken broth, at least 2 inches above the bean level.
• Smoking and Protein- Add the protein; that’s liquid smoke flavor, 1-2 teaspoons, and the final ingredient: 8-12 ounces of thinly sliced smoked sausage.
• Seasoning: Add 1 teaspoon each of onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika, and ½ teaspoon of salt and black pepper.
• Simmer and Finish: Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat and simmer for 1 hour or until the beans are soft. Put in 1 tablespoon of butter just before serving.

Cooking the Rice

• Add water and 1 cup of rice to a pot.
• Boil the rice for at least 20 minutes or until the rice is fully cooked.

Assembling the Dish

• Add cooked rice to a bowl.
• Serve a scoop of red beans over the rice.

Red Beans and Rice Review

Popeyes is probably best associated with red beans and rice, comforting red beans that are simmered into a rich, savory gravy, which in its own way makes every meal a feast. The ‘spices’ in this dish step to the more comforting side of the flavor spectrum, further reinforcing its role as a side dish. This one can be stretched to be a complete meal by adding it to one of the Blackened Chickens from Popeyes-a filling combination with an excellent, meaty profile of its own.

Conclusion

Red Beans & Rice from Popeyes is a mainstay of the menu and offers true southern comfort. More than just a side, it’s creamy bean gravy—smoky and spice-infused with complexity—laying on top of a bed of simple white rice creates a sensation of satisfaction and affection that doesn’t pair with anything else on their menu.