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Braised Cajun Chicken with Potatoes

Braised Cajun Chicken with Potatoes for Cozy Family Dinners

A comforting Braised Cajun Chicken with Potatoes dish that combines tender chicken thighs, vibrant veggies, and spices, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs Bone-in, skin-on
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning Store-bought or homemade
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil For searing
  • 1 tablespoon Butter For richness
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 cup Bell peppers Sliced, yellow and red
For the Vegetables
  • 4 medium Potatoes Waxy variety, cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons Thyme Fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Parsley Fresh, chopped for garnish
For the Broth
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Low-sodium or homemade

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken thighs with Cajun seasoning and allow to rest at room temperature.
  2. Chop onion, mince garlic, slice bell peppers, and cut potatoes into wedges.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cooking
  1. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat; sear chicken thighs skin-side down for 10 minutes.
  2. Remove chicken, then sauté onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes, add bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in potato wedges, thyme, parsley, and chicken broth; bring to a gentle boil.
  4. Nestle chicken thighs skin-side up back into the skillet.
  5. Bake uncovered at 400°F for 20 minutes, then reduce temperature to 320°F (160°C) and cook for an additional 20 minutes.
  6. Remove from oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw before reheating on the stovetop, adding broth if necessary.

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