Description
Easy Cajun Chicken is a simple and flavorful dish that brings the taste of the South to your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
- Check the internal temperature; it should read 165°F (75°C).
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Notes
- Do not skip drying the chicken; it helps the spices stick.
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your spice preference.
- Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: easy cajun chicken, simple chicken recipe, cajun seasoning