Biscuits & Burlap

Cajun Baked Chicken

with Bone-In Chicken

Cajun Baked Chicken is best made with bone-in chicken pieces.  For maximum tenderness it's brined and then baked in a flavorful Cajun spice blend.

Ingredients

Chicken pieces, bone-in Brown sugar Cajun seasoning Smoked paprika Lemon Vegetable oil

Brine chicken pieces in enough salted water to cover chicken for approximately 1 hour per pound.

Remove chicken from brine and pat dry. Let sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.

Brush or spray with oil. Combine brown sugar, seasoning and paprika. Sprinkle chicken pieces with seasoning blend.

Bake at 425 degrees for 15 minutes and then reduce heat to 350 degrees.  Cook for about 20-30 additional minutes or until juices run clear.

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