Popeyes Cajun Rice (Regular): 230 calories
- 9gProtein
- 27gCarbs
- 10gFat
- 560mgSodium
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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 Rice calories by size
| Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regular | 230 | 9g | 27g | 10g | 560mg | 4g | 0g | 1g | 12% |
| Large | 780 | 31g | 107g | 26g | 1,650mg | 11g | 1g | 4g | 39% |
The Popeyes Cajun Rice (Regular) is about 12% of a 2,000-calorie day and 24% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Cajun Rice ranks
- The Cajun Rice (Regular) is the 5th lightest of the 15 items in the Popeyes “Signature Sides” menu, and 4th for protein per calorie.
- Across the 85 items of the same kind we track at 14 chains, it is the 41st highest in calories; their average is 341 calories.
How to make a Popeyes order lighter
- Order the Cajun Gravy (Regular) instead: 70 fewer calories, 10g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Popeyes Cajun Rice (Regular) takes about 52 minutes of brisk walking, 24 minutes of running (5 mph) or 24 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie sides at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- Taco Bell Chips and Nacho Cheese Sauce: 220 calories, 3g protein
- Chick-fil-A Waffle Potato Chips (Original): 220 calories, 3g protein
- Panda Express Vegetable Spring Rolls (2 rolls): 240 calories, 4g protein
- KFC Cornbread Muffin: 210 calories, 3g protein
- Domino's Garlic Bread Bites (4 pieces): 210 calories, 5g protein
Questions people ask
The Popeyes Cajun Rice (Regular) has 230 calories, with 9g of protein, 27g of carbs and 10g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
Regular: 230; Large: 780 calories.
The Cajun Gravy (Regular) has 160 calories, 70 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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