How to Marinate Cajun Chicken : International Home Cooking

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining moisture.

Cajun seasoning

💰Cheaper: homemade spice blend

Homemade blends can be cheaper and tailored to taste.

fresh parsley

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Dried parsley is more economical and has a long shelf life.

chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Drumsticks are often cheaper and still flavorful.

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.

In a small bowl, mix melted butter with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Place the chicken thighs in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.

Pour the Cajun butter mixture over the chicken, ensuring they are well coated.

Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery around the chicken in the baking dish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Baste the chicken with the pan juices halfway through cooking.

Once cooked, remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.

Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

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