Popeyes Sides Menu With Latest Prices 2025

From crispy Cajun Fries to warm buttermilk Biscuits, the Popeyes sides menu has a sidekick for every craving. Below you’ll find every Popeyes side with current prices, calories, and full nutrition facts — plus our ranked picks of the best sides to order. Prices and availability vary by location at participating restaurants. Last verified: October 2026.

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What’s on the Popeyes Sides Menu?

Here are all seven sides on the current Popeyes sides menu, with prices and calories per serving.

Homestyle Mac & Cheese

$5.49 | 280 Cal

Cajun Fries

$3.99 | 270 Cal

Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy

$3.99 | 110 Cal

Red Beans and Rice Price - Popeyesmenuusa.com

Red Beans & Rice

$3.99 | 250 Cal

Coleslaw

$3.99 | 140 Cal

Biscuits

$1.49 | 210 Cal

Jalapeño Pepper

$0.49 | 2 Cal

Homestyle Mac & Cheese

Creamy, buttery, and topped with shredded cheese, Homestyle Mac & Cheese is one of Popeyes’ richest sides at 280 calories per serving. For extra dipping flavor, see the Popeyes sauces guide.

Fun Fact: According to QSR Magazine, Popeyes opened 180-plus units outside North America in 2022 — a nearly 7x increase above 2017.

Cajun Fries

Boldly seasoned and crispy, Cajun Fries are a fan favorite at 270 calories per regular serving. Pair them with Popeyes sandwiches or wings for a classic combo.

Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy

Buttery mashed potatoes topped with savory Cajun gravy, with hints of garlic, onion, and a mild kick of spice. At 110 calories per serving, it’s one of the lightest sides on the menu.

Red Beans & Rice

A long-time Louisiana favorite at 250 calories per serving. Red beans and rice was traditionally a Monday dish in Louisiana, slow-cooked while families did laundry — at Popeyes, it’s served daily.

Coleslaw

A crisp cabbage-and-carrot coleslaw that’s slightly sweet and refreshing. At 140 calories, it’s one of the lighter options, with a balanced flavor that doesn’t lean too heavily on vinegar.

Biscuits

Golden-brown, flaky, and famously buttery, Popeyes buttermilk biscuits are a must-order at $1.49 and 210 calories. Pair one with Popeyes Chicken, tenders, or seafood for a satisfying snack.

Fun Fact: According to Popeyes, the chain sells roughly 300 million buttermilk biscuits a year — nearly one for every person in the US.

Jalapeno Pepper

For those who like it hot: whole jalapeño peppers served for an intense burst of heat at just 2 calories. Squeeze the juices over your chicken or biscuits for extra flavor, or chop them up and mix into mashed potatoes or coleslaw for a fiery twist.

Best Sides Ranked

Our editorial ranking of every Popeyes side, from must-order to situational picks — based on flavor, popularity, and value. Pair your favorites with a main from the Popeyes chicken menu.

1. Cajun Fries — The side that defines Popeyes: bold Cajun seasoning, crispy texture, and just 270 calories.
2. Biscuits — Buttery, flaky, and only $1.49: the best value on the sides menu.
3. Homestyle Mac & Cheese — The richest pick at 280 calories, with a creamy cheese sauce worth the splurge.
4. Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy — Comfort in a cup: buttery mash with savory Cajun gravy for only 110 calories.
5. Red Beans & Rice — A hearty Louisiana classic with 8g of protein per serving.
6. Coleslaw — Cool, crisp, and refreshing: the lightest way to round out a spicy meal.
7. Jalapeño Pepper — A 49-cent, 2-calorie heat boost for spice lovers only.

Nutritional Information

Below is the full nutrition table for Popeyes sides, per serving. For the complete menu breakdown, see our Popeyes nutrition guide.

Per Serving	Mac & Cheese	Cajun Fries (R)	Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy	Red Beans & Rice	Coleslaw	Biscuits	Jalapeno pepper
Calories	280 Cal	270 Cal	110 Cal	250 Cal	140 Cal	210 Cal	2 Cal
Fat	21 g	14 g	4 g	16 g	10 g	13 g	0 g
Sat. Fat	21 g	5 g	2 g	5 g	2 g	6 g	0 g
Trans Fat	0.5 g	1 g	0 g	0 g	0 g	0 g	0 g
Cholesterol	60 mg	5 mg	5 mg	15 mg	5 mg	0 mg	0 mg
Sodium	510 mg	590 mg	590 mg	610 mg	190 mg	440 mg	170 mg
Carbs	16 g	33 g	18 g	22 g	12 g	20 g	0 g
Fiber	0 g	3 g	1 g	6 g	1 g	1 g	0 g
Sugar	3 g	0 g	1 g	0 g	9 g	1 g	0 g
Proteins	11 g	4 g	3 g	8 g	1 g	3 g	0 g

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FAQs

Cajun Fries and Biscuits are consistently the most-ordered Popeyes sides. Red Beans & Rice rounds out the top tier as another long-time fan favorite.

Absolutely! Popeyes sides are available à la carte, so you can mix and match any sides with your meal.

Yes. Most sides come in regular and large portions, which is handy for sharing or feeding a group.

The Jalapeño Pepper at $0.49 is the cheapest side on the menu, followed by Biscuits at $1.49. Prices vary by location and at participating restaurants.

The Jalapeño Pepper has just 2 calories per serving, followed by Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy at 110 calories and Coleslaw at 140 calories. The richest side is Homestyle Mac & Cheese at 280 calories.

Cajun Fries and Mashed Potatoes with Cajun Gravy carry Popeyes’ signature Cajun heat, while the whole Jalapeño Pepper delivers the biggest kick. Pair any of them with a cool Coleslaw to balance the heat.

Yes. The prices shown here are typical US prices, but they vary by location and at participating restaurants. Check the Popeyes combos page for bundle deals that include sides.

Yes. Sides are available à la carte through online ordering and delivery. Use the Start Order button above to begin an order on popeyes.com, or browse the full menu for all options.

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