Cajun chicken thighs baked for a flavorful dinner delight!
A delicious and flavorful dish featuring baked Cajun chicken thighs, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the chicken thighs with olive oil and then coat them with the seasoning mixture.
- Place the seasoned chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the skin is crispy.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the seasoning for a few hours before baking.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning based on your spice preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg