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Crispy Baked Cajun Chicken Thighs
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Crispy Baked Cajun Chicken Thighs
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
45 mins
Total Time
50 mins
 

A secret trick to getting the crispiest baked chicken

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Baked, best, Cajun, Cheap Meal, Chicken Thigh, Crispy, Easy, Easy Dinner, Recipe, TikTok
Servings: 4
Calories: 167 kcal
Author: Cheri Renee
Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken thighs (4-6 thighs)
  • 1 1/2 Tbsps cajun seasoning (plus more to sprinkle over top)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
Instructions

  1. Pat both sides of the chicken thighs dry with paper towels.

    Note: If you prefer less skin, trim the excess skin on the bottom of each thigh using kitchen scissors leaving just the skin on the top.

  2. Combine the cajun seasoning and baking powder. Rub on both sides of the chicken thighs. Sprinkle more cajun seasoning over top if desired.

  3. Place the chicken skin side up on a wire rack over a lined baking sheet. Put in a 475 degree oven for 15 minutes. Reduce the oven temp to 425 and cook for an additional 30 minutes.