Cajun Rubbed Chicken
Bring bold Southern flavors to your dinner table with this juicy and flavorful Cajun Rubbed Chicken recipe! Perfectly seasoned with a homemade Cajun spice blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a kick of cayenne pepper, these tender, oven-baked chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection before roasting for a juicy finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy yet impressive dish is ideal for a quick weeknight meal or a cozy weekend dinner. Pair it with fluffy rice, a crisp salad, or roasted vegetables for a hearty, satisfying plate. Whether you're craving a taste of Louisiana or simply looking for a healthy, protein-packed dish, this Cajun-spiced chicken will deliver in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to create the Cajun spice rub.
Lightly brush each chicken breast with olive oil on both sides.
Sprinkle the Cajun spice rub generously over both sides of the chicken breasts, massaging it into the meat for full flavor coverage.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet.
Once the oil is hot, sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side, until they develop a golden crust.
Transfer the skillet with the chicken breasts to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the chicken hot with your favorite side dishes, such as rice, salad, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1451 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.4 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 2886 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 218.0 g | 436% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2056 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
