Description
This one-pan Oven Roasted Cajun Chicken recipe delivers juicy, flavorful chicken thighs and crispy red potatoes seasoned with bold Cajun spices and garlic. It’s a simple, budget-friendly, and family-favorite meal perfect for weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1.5 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1.5 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it.
- Wash and chop red potatoes into 1-inch chunks. Place in a large bowl. Toss with half the olive oil, half the Cajun seasoning, half the salt and pepper, and all the minced garlic.
- In a separate bowl, toss chicken thighs with the remaining olive oil, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet. Nestlé the chicken pieces between the potatoes without overlapping.
- Roast for 35-40 minutes, tossing halfway through.
- Check that chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and potatoes are golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
- Finish with fresh chopped parsley. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan; use two baking sheets if necessary for maximum crispiness.
- Toss ingredients halfway through roasting for even cooking and browning.
- Add Parmesan cheese immediately after removing from the oven to allow it to melt slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven-Roasted
- Cuisine: American, Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg