Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken: A Juicy Comfort Food Delight
Experience the perfect blend of heat and sweetness with this Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken, a dish that promises to be a juicy comfort food delight.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix together the Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mix all over the chicken thighs.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add butter and honey to the skillet, stirring until melted and combined.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, spooning the honey butter over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice mix.
- This dish pairs well with rice or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 22 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 15 grams
- Fiber: 0 grams
- Protein: 25 grams
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Spicy Cajun Honey Butter Chicken, Comfort Food, Chicken Recipe