Cajun Chicken Delight: Easy Recipe for Flavorful Weeknight Meals
A delicious and easy Cajun chicken recipe perfect for weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture over the chicken thighs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, increase the Cajun seasoning.
- Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
Keywords: cajun chicken