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Blackened Cajun Chicken

Roasted chicken coated with homemade Cajun seasoning, with a rich and distinctive flavor.

8h 38m
Easy
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Blackened Cajun Chicken

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.