Popeyes Cajun Fries (Regular): 270 calories
- 3gProtein
- 31gCarbs
- 15gFat
- 620mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from Popeyes USA Nutrition Guide (September 2026), last checked October 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ. For allergens, see Popeyes official allergen information.
Popeyes Cajun Fries calories by size
| Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | 270 | 3g | 31g | 15g | 620mg | 7g | 0g | 3g | 14% |
| Large | 740 | 9g | 86g | 41g | 1,720mg | 18g | 1g | 8g | 37% |
The Popeyes Cajun Fries (Regular) is about 14% of a 2,000-calorie day and 27% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Cajun Fries ranks
- The Cajun Fries (Regular) is the 8th lightest of the 15 items in the Popeyes “Signature Sides” menu, and 12th for protein per calorie.
- Across the 30 items of the same kind we track at 10 chains, it is the 5th lightest; their average is 519 calories.
How to make a Popeyes order lighter
- Order the Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (Regular) instead: 160 fewer calories, 3g protein.
- Order the Cajun Gravy (Regular) instead: 110 fewer calories, 10g protein.
- Order the Cajun Rice (Regular) instead: 40 fewer calories, 9g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Popeyes Cajun Fries (Regular) takes about 61 minutes of brisk walking, 28 minutes of running (5 mph) or 28 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie fries at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- Wendy's Jr. Natural-Cut Fries: 260 calories, 4g protein
- Dairy Queen Fries (Regular): 280 calories, 5g protein
- Burger King Onion Rings (Medium): 290 calories, 4g protein
- McDonald's French Fries (Small): 230 calories, 3g protein
- KFC Secret Recipe Fries (individual): 320 calories, 5g protein
Questions people ask
The Popeyes Cajun Fries (Regular) has 270 calories, with 3g of protein, 31g of carbs and 15g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
Regular: 270; Large: 740 calories.
The Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy (Regular) has 110 calories, 160 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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