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Oven Fried Cajun Chicken Breasts Recipe

Craving juicy, crispy Cajun chicken without the deep fryer? This recipe delivers! A quick and easy oven-fried method creates flavorful, perfectly cooked chicken breasts with a satisfyingly crunchy coating. Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level – the recipe starts with a kid-friendly amount of heat, but feel free to amp it up! (Marinating time not included in cook time.)

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 248 kcal
Protein 63g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Oven Fried Cajun Chicken Breasts

  • 4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
  • 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
  • 2 cups crushed cornflake crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon sweet Hungarian paprika
  • 1-2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
  • nonstick vegetable spray or olive oil spray

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How to Make Oven Fried Cajun Chicken Breasts

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a shallow, non-metal dish, pour 1 cup buttermilk over 4 (6-ounce) chicken breasts, turning to fully coat.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.
  4. In a large gallon-size plastic bag, combine 2 cups crushed cornflake crumbs, 1 tablespoon paprika, and 1-2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste).
  5. Close the bag and shake well to thoroughly mix the coating.
  6. Remove one chicken breast at a time from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off.
  7. Place the chicken breast in the coating bag and shake vigorously until evenly coated.
  8. Place the coated chicken breast on a baking sheet or stoneware pan lined with parchment paper.
  9. Repeat steps 6-8 with the remaining chicken breasts.
  10. Lightly spritz each chicken breast with nonstick vegetable spray or olive oil spray.
  11. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

12g

Carbs

3g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation North American 5 Ingredients Or Less Main Dish Poultry American Cajun Southern United States Oven Easy Beginner Cook Chicken Dietary Meat Chicken Breasts Equipment 3 Steps Or Less