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    Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep

    Posted: Aug 21, 2019 Last Modified: Aug 20, 2019 by Carmy · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Full of flavour, crispy skin, and tender meat, this Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep is going to make lunches way more fun!

    Full of flavour, crispy skin, and tender meat, this Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep is going to make lunches way more fun!

    Roasted Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep

    So I’m usually allll about chicken breasts but there are days where I’m craving that crispy chicken skin. To hit that craving, I turn to the slightly cheaper bone-in skin-on chicken thighs. 

    This week, I’m sharing this tasty roasted cajun chicken thigh meal prep. I paired this up with some roasted sweet potatoes and some corn (because I’m one of those people who forget already having a bag of corn in the freezer and now am the proud owner of 3 bags). If you want to make the corn even more tasty, you can roast it as well for a sweet toasty flavour. 

    As I mentioned previously in my How To Roast Sweet Potato Cubes post, while sweet potatoes go well with cinnamon and nutmeg, I prefer a savoury option with salt and garlic powder. I find that savoury sweet potatoes pairs better with more dishes than cinnamon/nutmeg.

    How To Make Crispy Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes

    What You’ll Need To Make This Baked Cajun Chicken in the Oven

    • chicken thighs
    • olive oil
    • cajun seasoning
    • sweet potato cubes
    • salt
    • garlic powder
    • corn

    How To Make Homemade Cajun Chicken Seasoning

    Don’t have pre-made cajun seasoning on hand, here’s how to make your own at home! Adjust as you like as this is just a suggested guide!

    • 2 tsp sweet paprika
    • 2.5 tsp garlic powder
    • 1.5 tsp onion powder
    • 1 tsp dried oregano
    • 1 tsp dried thyme
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
    • 1/2 tsp fresh ground pepper

    This is the set of measuring spoons I have at home and love. Here’s a set of 12 square glass spice jars with shaker tops, chalkboard labels & pen if you’re looking for spice jars to store your homemade spice mixes!

    1. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl or spice jar until evenly combined.
    2. Use immediately, or store in a spice jar or mason jar for up to 1 year.

    Full of flavour, crispy skin, and tender meat, this Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep is going to make lunches way more fun!

    How To Make This Crispy Cajun Chicken Thighs

    • Heat the oven to 400F
    • Coat the chicken thighs with olive oil and cajun seasoning and place evenly on a sheet pan.
    • Coat the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, salt, and garlic powder and place evenly on a separate sheet pan. 
    • If choosing to roast your corn kernels, coat with olive oil and salt and place on a separate sheet pan as well.
    • Roast everything in the oven for 35-45 minutes.
    • Give the sweet potatoes and corn kernels a stir and pull it out at the 30 minute mark.
    • Once everything is done, let the chicken cool before serving or packing up in meal prep containers.

    roasted cajun chicken thighs with sweet potato and corn meal prep

    TIPS ON MAKING THIS Crispy Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep

    • I use two sheet pans for the sweet potato and corn to avoid overcrowding. The more space they have between each other, the better they roast!
    • Roasting the corn is optional and if you’re trying to save some time with washing dishes, you could skip this step if you wish.
    • Store for up to 5 days in the fridge in an airtight container. You can also store the sweet potatoes and chicken separately with a container with a divider.
    • Can I Sub in Chicken Breasts / Make Cajun Chicken Breasts? Chicken breasts is a lower calorie/leaner option if that is a concern for you! Here’s my post on how to cook chicken breasts perfectly to make sure it stays moist.
    • For dinner, I add in a handful of greens to the crispy cajun chicken to change things up a bit.
    • If you are located in the US and are interested in a meat subscription so you’ll always have chicken in your freezer, check out Butcherbox for hormone and antibiotic free meat delivered to your door! Use “AP10” for $10 off and free bacon in your first box! Shipping is free.
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    crispy cajun chicken thighs

    roasted cajun chicken thighs with sweet potato and corn meal prep

    Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep

    Full of flavour, crispy skin, and tender meat, this Cajun Chicken Thighs Meal Prep is going to make lunches way more fun!
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 45 minutes mins
    Total Time: 55 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 servings

    Ingredients

    • 8 chicken thighs
    • 2.5-3.5 tbsp olive oil
    • 2-3 tbsp cajun seasoning
    • 2 sweet potatoes, cubed
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • 1 cup corn kernels

    Instructions

    • Heat the oven to 400F
    • Coat the chicken thighs with 1-2 tbsp olive oil and cajun seasoning and place evenly on a sheet pan.
    • Coat the sweet potato cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, and garlic powder and place evenly on a separate sheet pan.
    • If choosing to roast your corn kernels, coat with 1/2 tbsp olive oil and a pinch of salt and place on a separate sheet pan as well.
    • Roast everything in the oven for 35-45 minutes.
    • Give the sweet potatoes and corn kernels a stir and pull it out at the 30 minute mark.
    • Once everything is done, let the chicken cool before serving or packing up in meal prep containers.
    Tried this recipe?Did you make this recipe? I'm always so happy to hear about it! I'd love to see how it turned out. Tag me at @CarmysHungry on Instagram so I can see it! If you enjoyed the recipe, I'd really appreciate a comment with a 5 star rating! ♥

    Nutrition Per Serving

    Serving: 4servings | Calories: 811kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 50g | Fat: 58g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 283mg | Sodium: 919mg | Potassium: 955mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 11140IU | Vitamin C: 2.2mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 3.3mg
    Author: Carmy
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Healthy, Meal Prep
    Nutrition Disclaimer

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    RESOURCES AND TIPS FOR MEAL PREPPING

    • How To Cook Chicken Breasts Perfectly
    • What Is An Instant Pot
    • Tips To Help You Meal Prep For The Week Successfully
    • Meal Prep Support Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mealprepsupport/

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    Carmy is a healthy-ish living blogger based in Ontario. Here, you can find healthy-ish recipes including meal prep recipes, Instant Pot recipes, air fryer recipes, and lightened-up family favorites! Follow along for easy, straightforward recipes for any cooking level.

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