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Easy Cajun Chicken (Low Carb & Gluten Free)

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Low carb chicken RecipeSo, these photos are about a year old.  I never used them because I felt strangely guilty about posting this recipe.  It’s just so EASY that it felt like a cop out – like people would be saying “well DUH!” after reading it.  But you know what?  I love this chicken recipe!  I make it all the time, and have eaten it cold, right out of the fridge, more times than I can count.  So simple or not, I’m going to share it with you.  And let’s face it, we all need more easy low carb recipes, that don’t require a lot of thought or effort, in our repertoire.

Though I am usually a stickler about making things from scratch, here’s a confession:  I rarely make my own Cajun seasoning blend (though I have, and I am including a recipe).  I usually just buy whatever brand I can find at the grocery store and throw it on, which makes this recipe even easier!  But if it makes you feel more authentic, by all means use the recipe to make your own Cajun spice blend – it’s delicious either way!

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The crucial element to this chicken recipe is the crispy skin.  People who think that they don’t like baked chicken aren’t cooking it long enough.  You have to allow time for the fat to render out of the skin, so it will get thin and crispy.  When you bake thighs or legs (or even wings as shown above from my classic buffalo wings recipe) you don’t need to worry about the meat drying out, because the meat has a high fat content already, and will stay tender as the fat from the skin melts into it.  (I just drooled a little, sorry.)  If you are using boneless, skinless chicken breasts however, you may want to saute rather than bake, because they WILL dry out if cooked too long.

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Easy Cajun Chicken (Low Carb & Gluten Free)


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  • Yield: Approximately 6 - 8 servings 1x
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An easy, delicious low carb recipe for Cajun chicken that the whole family will love!


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Ingredients

  • 5 lbs chicken parts (legs or thighs are best)
  • 2 Tbl olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
  • Ranch dressing for serving (optional)

For the Cajun Seasoning Blend (if making)

  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 Tbl garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme

Instructions

  1. Rub the chicken with olive oil. Add Cajun seasoning and toss until chicken is fully coated. Spread the chicken out on cookie sheets with at least an inch between pieces. Bake in the center of a preheated 400 degree (F) oven for about 50 minutes (40 minutes for wings). The skin should be golden and crispy, and the juices should run clear.

Notes

Approx nutrition info per serving (2pcs.): 495 calories, 26g fat, 0 net carbs, 60g protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 legs or thighs

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Delicious alone, these are made even more delectable by dipping them into ranch dressing!

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Categories: Low Carb Main Dish Recipes Tags: atkins, budget friendly, chicken, dinner, easy, keto, main dishes, poultry, weeknights

 

 

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  1. grace says

    June 25, 2019 at 12:03 am

    Made this for the whole family (not on KETO) – even my super picky non spicy eater LOVED LOVED LOVED it. Thanks for another quick and easy, healthy recipe to keep me on Keto track!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  2. Leighellen Landskov says

    April 8, 2019 at 9:46 pm

    This recipe is THE. BEST!! It is BEYOND easy. Toss the ingredients together, toss in the oven. Done and done! My kids love it. We’ve used it for game nights. We’ve cooked when company comes over. It is delicious and the chicken turns out so tender and juicy I ALMOST feel guilty. Thanks for making me look like a great cook! ?

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Mellissa Sevigny says

      April 9, 2019 at 11:52 am

      I’m here for you Leighellen! ???

      Reply
  3. Erica McDonald says

    June 16, 2018 at 2:10 pm

    I love this recipe! I’ve tried it with several cuts of chicken and they all come out delicious!

    Reply
  4. Jessica says

    July 20, 2017 at 9:10 am

    I used all thighs. It was so delicious. A total keeper!

    Reply
  5. Brandi says

    March 25, 2017 at 1:25 pm

    absolutely love this spice blend.I have made this many times.I make it in bulk so I always have it on hand.I love how my nieces eyes get big when I tell them I’m making this for dinner ??

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  6. Annie Rossman says

    November 14, 2016 at 5:59 pm

    It’s delicious but a little too HOT. Next time I’ll cut the red pepper in half! Hubby like it and he usually turns up his nose at anything but southern fried chicken !

    Reply
  7. Suanne says

    September 3, 2015 at 11:52 am

    Is there a recipe for ranch dressing?

    Reply
  8. Safi says

    April 23, 2015 at 11:55 pm

    Just made this. I would call it the 3 minute Cajun Chicken, as prep was a breeze then it’s in the oven. It was delicious. I will make sure to really coat the drumsticks on all sides next time for even more flavor. Thanks!

    Reply
  9. Christy says

    January 9, 2015 at 2:05 pm

    Hi! I just came across this recipe and I was wondering if you have any thoughts on browning the pieces before baking. I tend to do that with chicken and was curious if you tried it and if so, how it turned out.

    P.S. The drool comment made me laugh out loud at my desk.

    Reply
    • Mellissa Sevigny says

      January 9, 2015 at 3:02 pm

      I haven’t tried browning it first Christy – I don’t usually find it necessary because when you bake it at a high temp it will crisp right up! But I don’t think it would hurt anything if you did – let us know how it turns out!!! :)

      Reply
  10. sabrina says

    December 28, 2014 at 3:09 pm

    I made this last week and my husband loved it! Making it again tonight! As other said the recipe for Cajun season was great as my 5 year old won’t eat anything spicy so I can alter it on a few pieces of chicken instead of making a whole other meal.

    Reply
  11. Janice says

    May 21, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    I made this tonight. OMG so very good!

    Reply
  12. helene says

    March 13, 2014 at 4:39 pm

    i like my poultry without the skin so i always poke it with a fork 1st and then rub on the seasonings. Or i just squeeze a lemon over it or lay lemons/limes on top of the poked pieces. Of course the crockpot is best to get all the fat and bone flavor in the dish! I mite try this Cajun spice in a crock one nite as the baked chicken was hot but flavorful!

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  13. Carolyn says

    February 27, 2014 at 1:15 am

    I appreciate the recipe for Cajun seasoning so I can adjust the heat. If I made this with 1/4 cup of the Cajun seasoning in my cupboard, my kids would run for the faucet!

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    • Mellissa Sevigny says

      March 1, 2014 at 3:49 pm

      LOL, so true Carolyn! I love it spicy but my son definitely does not!

      Reply
  14. Swazzleneuf says

    July 26, 2013 at 10:39 am

    I made this last night. It was wonderful. I had friends over that wanted variety so after I took them out I tossed a couple in BBQ sauce, a few in buffalo, and a few more got a liberal coating of lemon pepper. Very easy and very cheap, two of my favorite qualities for week night meals, thanks.

    Reply
  15. Melanie says

    July 12, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    Just made this for dinner and it was FANTASTIC! Thanks for all the great recipes it has made cooking for my boyfriend that is on a keto diet and myself that isn’t on a diet a lot easier!

    Reply
    • Mellissa Sevigny says

      July 12, 2013 at 8:16 pm

      You’re welcome Melanie, thanks so much for the comment and I’m glad you guys enjoyed the chicken! :)

      Reply
  16. katrina says

    May 11, 2013 at 8:55 pm

    Made this last night and they were delicious! One question…how do you use this baking method without making a huge mess in your oven? the oil got hot enough that it spattered along the sides and bottom of my oven. I have a liner on the bottom, so that’s easy clean up, but the sides and door will be a mess.

    Thanks,
    katrina

    Reply
  17. GiGi Eats Celebrities says

    March 14, 2013 at 9:35 pm

    Oh hello goodness! :) Looks finger-licking scrumptious! :D

    Reply
  18. Amber @ Busy, Bold, Blessed says

    March 14, 2013 at 11:23 am

    And now I want chicken wings. Like now. In my belly!!!!

    Reply
  19. Spikeygrrl says

    March 13, 2013 at 11:56 pm

    Don’t worry about those DUH-sayers. I subscribe to a LOT of low-carb recipe newsletters, and I frequently see recipes far more DUH than this one!

    I expostulated to that effect to DH one day a few years back and he just gave me that infinitely patient grin and said “Honey, what’s DUH to you is often rocket science to others.” Not that I believed him, but that’s why I love him. :X

    Also, your tip about baking chicken long enough to get the skin crispy was not DUH, AT ALL. I am a completely self-taught cook (that’s another story for another day) and I’d been teaching myself from cookbooks and cooking shows for about five years before I figured that one out. I can totally understand how other self-taught cooks might go a whole lifetime without learning that. So please keep those DUHs coming!

    Reply
  20. Hayley says

    March 13, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    I am SOOO glad you posted this! As *duh* as it may seem to you, some of us aren’t quite brave enough to begin tossing seasonings together :) I’ve been seeking out more recipes like this too, since my husband has been obsessed with Chicken again after tasting these! http://www.health-bent.com/poultry/taco-chicken-wings-with-guac-dip

    Just thought I’d sure for anyone else looking for something similar in prep, but different in taste!

    Reply
  21. movita beaucoup says

    March 13, 2013 at 7:11 am

    I’m weirdly obsessed with chicken right now, and there’s nothing I don’t like about a simple recipe like this! YUM!

    Reply
  22. Purabi Naha says

    March 13, 2013 at 4:05 am

    Oh, this is LOVELY! This looks like something I must try. The recipe is great and I loved the picture!!
    http://cosmopolitancurrymania.blogspot.in/

    Reply

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