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Cajun Chicken

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Cajun chicken is a flavorful dish that originates from Louisiana, USA. It is typically made by marinating chicken in a mix of spices like paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, onion, and other seasonings, then searing, baking, or grilling the chicken until it's cooked through. The result is a delicious and spicy chicken dish. It's often served with rice, vegetables, or in sandwiches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Sandwich
Cuisine: American, Creole
Calories: 342
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 2 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for spiciness)
  • 1 tablespoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
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Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mix together all the spices: paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture all over the chicken breasts, making sure they are coated evenly. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the middle.
  5. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
  6. Serve the Cajun chicken with your favorite side dishes like rice, vegetables, or salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 342kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 49gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 266mgPotassium: 939mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 838IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 49mgIron: 2mg

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