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3-Ingredient Sweet and Spicy Cajun Chicken

Sweet and spicy Cajun-coated chicken breasts with a caramelized brown sugar crust in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 3 to 4 Tbsp Creole or Cajun seasoning

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with aluminum foil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and Creole/Cajun seasoning until evenly mixed.
  • Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Coat both sides of each breast with the brown sugar mixture, pressing gently so the mixture adheres. Reserve any leftover mixture.
  • Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared pan and sprinkle any remaining brown sugar mixture over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Turn the oven broiler to high and broil the chicken 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely, until the brown sugar caramelizes and the surface is browned but not burned.
  • Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest a few minutes before serving.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking pan
  • Aluminum Foil
  • Small Bowl
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • spoon or tongs
  • oven with broiler

Notes

  • Watch closely while broiling to prevent burning.
  • Use 3 Tbsp seasoning for milder heat, 4 Tbsp for spicier flavor.
  • Patting chicken dry helps the sugar mixture stick.