Popeyes for Thanksgiving? Find Out How to Order Your Cajun-Style Turkey This Year
A Popeyes turkey costs $99 plus tax, with delivery included. Expect delivery in one to three business days.
This holiday season, Popeyes is once again providing its popular pre-cooked “fan-favorite” Cajun-style turkey.
“We’ve refined our pre-cooked Turkey so all you need to do is thaw, heat, and serve, allowing you more time to enjoy your celebrations,” states Popeyes on their website.
This marks the third consecutive year Popeyes has offered delivery for their turkey orders, bringing the festive cheer directly to you.
Wondering if you should order one? Here’s what you need to know about Popeyes’ turkey offering this year.
What’s the Cost of a Popeyes Cajun-Style Turkey?
The turkey is seasoned with Popeyes’ classic Louisiana-style spices, giving it a flavorful and spicy kick, as mentioned by the restaurant.
Each Cajun-style turkey is priced at $99 plus tax, with shipping included, and it can feed about 8 to 12 people according to Popeyes.
Delivery Options for Popeyes Turkey
The $99 charge for the turkey includes shipping, which typically takes between one to three business days from the date of purchase.
Customers can also buy the turkey in-store, but Popeyes suggests reaching out to your local restaurant for availability.
What’s the Size of the Popeyes Cajun-Style Turkey?
Popeyes turkeys weigh between 11 and 13 pounds, providing plenty of meat for everyone at your table.
Cooking Instructions for Popeyes Cajun-Style Turkey
Follow these steps for preparing your Cajun-style turkey:
- Thaw for 72 hours in the fridge or in cold water (changing the water every hour). Popeyes emphasizes “DO NOT thaw at room temperature. Keep in sealed plastic while thawing.”
- Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Remove any packaging, but keep juices.
- Place the turkey on a rack in a large roasting pan and pour the juices into the pan.
- Tightly cover with aluminum foil around the edges of the pan.
- Cook on the lower oven rack for 1.5 hours.
- After 1.5 hours, remove the foil and continue heating the turkey for an additional 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 140 degrees Fahrenheit as checked with a meat thermometer inserted into the deepest part of the breast (avoid touching the bone).
- Allow the turkey to rest for 20 minutes before carving.
- If desired, reserve the drippings from the pan for making gravy.
