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Way Too Easy Cajun Potatoes Recipe

These Cajun potatoes are a taste of New Orleans' Irish Channel, made easy! Crispy, seasoned perfection, perfect as a side or a snack. This recipe uses simple ingredients and techniques for a quick and flavorful dish. Customize the spice level with extra cayenne pepper – the more, the merrier! For extra crispy potatoes, consider microwaving the chunks briefly before baking. Get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 194.1 kcal
Protein 8g
Rating 4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Way Too Easy Cajun Potatoes

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How to Make Way Too Easy Cajun Potatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 375-400°F (190-200°C).
  2. Wash and scrub 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes. Using a fork, pierce the potatoes all over to promote even cooking and crispiness.
  3. Chop the potatoes into 1 ½ - 2 inch chunks.
  4. In an oven-safe skillet (cast iron recommended!), heat ⅓ cup olive oil over medium heat. Add the potato chunks. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste). Toss gently with two forks until all chunks are evenly coated with oil and spices.
  5. Bake for 15 minutes, then remove from oven and stir well.
  6. Bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and tender, stirring halfway through. Watch closely during the last few minutes to prevent burning.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

2g

Carbs

12g

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