Copycat Popeyes Red Beans and Rice
This easy Popeyes red beans and rice recipe combines tender red beans, fluffy long-grain rice, smoky ham hock, and just the right blend of Cajun spices to create the ultimate Southern-style side dish. For such a simple recipe, the flavor is unbelievably rich and smoky—just like the classic from Popeyes. This recipe delivers the same spot-on flavor and reliable results as my Popeyes mashed potatoes with cajun gravy—so you know it's a winner for weeknight dinners, Sunday suppers, or any time you’re craving comfort food.
- Time: 65 min
- Servings: 4
Source: I'm Hungry For That
Ingredients
- canned red beans
- smoked ham hock or 4 strips bacon
- water
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- red pepper flakes
- butter or lard
- Salt, and pepper, to taste
- cooked long-grain rice, for serving