Every once in awhile, the nearly impossible happens: one of our fast-food favorites makes a comeback. It’s rare, but it does happen—like the return of the Taco Bell Enchirito and Nacho Fries.
Now, Popeyes is having one of those rare moments, too. The Popeyes Blackened Chicken Sandwich, which debuted in November 2022 as a limited-time item, is back! This time, it’s as a permanent menu item. Here’s how you can get yours.
What Is Popeyes Blackened Chicken Sandwich?
The Popeyes Blackened Chicken Sandwich offers a 12-hour marinated chicken breast seasoned with Cajun spices, a classic or spicy mayo and is served on a toasted “buttery brioche bun” with pickles. OK, we’re seriously excited about this Popeyes comeback.
Additionally, the sandwich is now available with add-on options as well for an extra $1.50 each. This includes adding Havarti cheese, bacon, or both to any Popeyes chicken sandwich.
Also, check our sampled and ranked eight different restaurants list to find out once and for all who makes the best fast-food chicken sandwich.
Pick Up the Blackened Chicken Sandwich With a Special Deal
Courtesy Popeye's
Fans can already pick up a Blackened Chicken Sandwich for just $4.99! And, for a limited-time, you can do so with an added bonus in the mix. To celebrate the addition of the sandwich to the Popeyes permanent menu, the chain is offering customers the chance to get an extra regular side for free!
Yup, totally free of charge! All customers need to do is order the sandwich—or any of Popeyes’ chicken sandwich combo meals—through the Popeyes website or app to take advantage of the deal. Then, they can enjoy any Popeyes signature side—from coleslaw to spiced Cajun fries, biscuits, mashed potatoes with Cajun gravy, homestyle mac and cheese and red beans and rice.
Fans will need to run to a Popeyes by Sunday, June 25 to take advantage of this deal.
Popeyes Copycat Recipes
Picnic Fried ChickenFor our family, it's not a picnic unless we have fried chicken! Chicken, deviled eggs and potato salad are all musts for a picnic as far as my husband is concerned. This is a golden oldie recipe for me—I've used it any number of times. —Edna Hoffman, Hebron, Indiana
Homemade Buttermilk BiscuitsThe recipe for these four-ingredient homemade buttermilk biscuits has been handed down for many generations. —Fran Thompson, Tarboro, North Carolina. Looking for more recipes? Try our favorite Popeye's
Mardi Gras mustard.
Easy Slow-Cooker Mac & CheeseMy sons always say I'm the best mom in the world when I make this creamy mac-and-cheese perfection. Does it get any better than that? —Heidi Fleek, Hamburg, Pennsylvania
Fish and Fries"Tuck in" as if you're in a traditional British pub. These oven-baked, moist fish fillets have a fuss-free coating that's healthy but just as crunchy and golden as the deep-fried kind. Simply seasoned and also baked, the crispy fries are perfect on the side. —Janice Mitchell, Aurora, Colorado
Mini Apple PiesWhen I was in high school, my best friend's mother baked this mini apple pie recipe every year. I was thrilled when she shared it with me—I finally felt like an adult! —Katie Ferrier, Houston, Texas
Shrimp Po'Boys with Pineapple SlawThis twist on the traditional po'boy sandwich adds flavor and veggies while reducing fat and calories. For a smoked flavor, grill the shrimp. For a lower-carb option, serve the po'boy open-faced on a baguette half. —Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia
Smooth Sweet TeaA pinch of baking soda eliminates bitterness in this smooth and easy-to-sip tea and it has just the right amount of sugar so it's not overly sweet. —kelseylouise, Taste of Home Community Member
Southern Fried Chicken with GravyFried chicken may have been perfected in the South, but it is loved everywhere! Seasonings add a little something extra to this recipe, as does a rich gravy. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Crispy BBQ Chip TendersThese crunchy chicken tenders are a little sweet, a little tangy and a whole lot of fun. In half an hour, your family's new favorite dish is ready to eat. When I have extra time, I roast garlic and add it to the sauce. —Andreann Geise, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Strawberry Cream Cheese PieCheesecake lovers will savor every bite of this light and pretty pie, even if they don't have to watch their diets. Our whole family enjoys it. —Kim Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois
Zesty ColeslawThis simple slaw tastes best when it's refrigerated for at least one hour. The mixture seems to get creamier as it sits. —Michelle Gauer, Spicer, Minnesota
Forgotten JambalayaDuring chilly times of the year, I fix this jambalaya at least once a month. It’s so easy—just chop the vegetables, dump everything in the slow cooker and forget it! Even my sons, who are picky about spicy things, like this dish. —Cindi Coss, Coppell, Texas
Creole Blackened ChickenI love blackened chicken and was thrilled when I discovered I could cook it at home. I adjusted an old recipe, making it spicier to fit my taste. If you prefer milder flavors, simply omit or reduce the cayenne pepper. —Lauren Hardy, Jacksonville, Florida
Seasoned FriesThese fries are always popular with my meat-and-potatoes bunch. The cheesy seasoning can easily double as a flavorful baked potato topper, too.—Maribeth Edwards, Follansbee, West Virginia
Burger Joint Onion RingsThese onion rings cook to a crisp, golden brown. This is one of those foods you never tire of and a great side dish to so many meals. —Betsy King, Duluth, Minnesota
Crispy Buffalo Chicken WrapsI’m a busy stay-at-home mom, so I wing it at mealtime. My wraps loaded with Buffalo wing sauce chicken, lettuce and tomatoes are a snap to make. —Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio
Cajun Beef & RiceCajun rice from a restaurant or box can have a lot of sodium and fat. Here’s a hearty, healthy way to trim it down. —Raquel Haggard, Edmond, Oklahoma
Traditional Mashed PotatoesMashed potatoes make a wonderful accompaniment to most any meal, so keep this recipe handy.
One-Bowl Chocolate CakeThis cake mixes up quickly and bakes while we enjoy our dinner. My son, David, loves to help decorate it. —Coleen Martin, Brookfield, Wisconsin
Coconut Chicken and ShrimpI was looking for a fun,
easy weeknight dinner based on our favorite shrimp dish that was healthier than fast food. This has become a favorite! —Susan Seymour, Valatie, New York
Orange LemonadeThis juice is a favorite at our place. I'll often double the batch and send a jar next door to my mother-in-law! I was looking for a way to sweeten lemonade without using more sugar when I came up with the recipe. —Wendy Masters, Grand Valley, Ontario
Sweet & Spicy Barbecue SauceI've never cared that much for store bought barbecue sauce. I just like to make things myself from scratch including this spicy, deep red-brown sauce. You'll find it clings well when you slather it on grilled meat. —Helena Georgette Mann, Sacramento, California
