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Crispy Cajun Chicken

This Cajun chicken is so crispy, you'll think it's deep fried.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cajun, crispy chicken, oven-fried chicken
Servings: 4
Calories: 1139kcal
Author: Judith Hannemann

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken parts breasts, thighs, drumsticks
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp creole/cajun spice blend
  • 2 cups roughly crushed cornflakes

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Rinse chicken and pat dry with paper towel.
  • Mix mayonnaise and seasoning blend in a small bowl. Crush cornflakes and place on a plate.
  • Dredge chicken in mayonnaise then cornflake crumbs. Place on baking sheet skin side up.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 40-50 minutes, or until coating is golden brown and chicken juices run clear (185 degrees F).
  • Serves 4

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5lb | Calories: 1139kcal | Carbohydrates: 101g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 66g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 139mg | Sodium: 1326mg | Potassium: 527mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2885IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 36mg