Description
Experience mouthwatering Cajun flavors in this easy-to-make dish featuring juicy chicken thighs and crispy roasted baby potatoes, perfect for family dinners any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
- 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine chicken thighs, olive oil, and Cajun seasoning; mix until fully coated.
- Toss halved baby potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned chicken and potatoes on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring space between them.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F) and potatoes are golden brown.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg