Blackened Cajun Chicken
Roasted chicken coated with homemade Cajun seasoning, with a rich and distinctive flavor.
Ingredients
paprika
1 tbsp
brown sugar
1 tbsp
garlic powder
1 tbsp
ground mustard
1 tbsp
onion powder
1 tsp
ground cumin
1 tsp
dried thyme
1 tsp
pepper
1 tsp
crushed bay leaves
1 tsp
dried rosemary (crushed)
1 tsp
cayenne pepper
1/2 to 1 tsp
salt (optional)
1 tsp
broiler/fryer chicken (cut up and skin removed)
1 (3 to 3-1/2 pounds)
Instructions
1
Marinate
Mix all the seasonings. Place the chicken in a 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish and coat it with half of the seasoning mixture. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
2
Bake
Cover the dish and bake at medium heat for 15-23 minutes per side, until the juices run clear.