Cajun Chicken Recipe
This easy Cajun chicken recipe is juicy, spicy, and packed with bold Louisiana flavor. Ready in 25 minutes and perfect for dinner or meal prep!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika or paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper adjust to taste or omit
- 2 pinches sea salt crushed between fingers
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter optional
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
- Mix all spices in a small bowl.
- Rub seasoning evenly over chicken.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Add butter during the last minute (optional).
- Rest 5 minutes before slicing confirming juiciness.
Notes
Nutritional Value Card (Per Serving)
- Calories: 260
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 520mg