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Juicy Oven-Baked Cajun Chicken Breasts
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
Combine the onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, black pepper, dried thyme, cayenne, paprika, and salt in a medium mixing bowl or shallow baking dish.
4
Coat the chicken breasts in the spice mixture one at a time, and transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil over the chicken breasts.
5
Bake on middle rack of oven until the thickest part of the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, about 20 minutes.
6
Check to see that chicken is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
7
Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pound for Even Cooking 🔨Gently pound chicken breasts to uniform thickness (¾-inch) before seasoning to ensure even heat distribution and prevent dry edges while the center cooks.
- Bloom Your Spices in Oil 🫗Mix your Cajun spice blend with the extra-virgin olive oil to create a paste before coating the chicken—this allows the cayenne and paprika to infuse more deeply and distribute evenly.
- Pat Dry for Better Seasoning Adhesion 💧Use paper towels to remove surface moisture from chicken breasts before applying the spice rub, allowing the seasonings to adhere properly and create better browning.
- Sear Before Baking 🔥Quickly sear the seasoned chicken in a hot oven-safe skillet for 2-3 minutes per side before transferring to the oven—this locks in juices and develops a flavorful crust.
- Internal Temperature is Key 🌡️Use a meat thermometer to cook chicken to exactly 165°F for food safety while maintaining juiciness—remove it from heat at 160°F as carryover cooking will finish the job.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
Low Carb
High Protein
Low Fat
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