Description
Sizzling Cajun Chicken and Veggies foil pack brings Louisiana’s spicy spirit to your dinner table. Packed with bold flavors and easy cleanup, this one-pan wonder delivers a mouthwatering meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 23 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
Vegetables:
- 1 large zucchini, chopped
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings and Oil:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) chili powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) paprika
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) oregano
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) ground onion (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 grams) black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Ignite the oven to a scorching 450°F, creating an ideal roasting environment for the Cajun-inspired feast.
- Craft four generous squares of aluminum foil, each approximately 12 inches wide, ready to embrace the flavorful ingredients.
- Merge chicken, vibrant vegetables, aromatic garlic, and robust Cajun spices in a spacious mixing vessel, generously coating each morsel with olive oil for maximum flavor infusion.
- Distribute the seasoned mixture meticulously across the prepared foil squares, ensuring an even spread of ingredients.
- Artfully fold and crimp the foil edges, creating sealed pouches that will trap heat and moisture during cooking.
- Transfer the assembled packets onto a sturdy baking sheet, positioning them for uniform heat circulation.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the contents to roast and meld for 20-25 minutes until chicken reaches perfect doneness and vegetables soften.
- Exercise caution when unveiling the packets, protecting against escaping steam, and serve immediately to capture the peak of Cajun-inspired deliciousness.
Notes
- Swap out chicken for tofu or tempeh to create a delicious vegetarian version that maintains the bold Cajun flavors.
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning intensity by reducing or increasing the amount based on personal spice tolerance for a customized heat level.
- Use parchment paper instead of foil for an eco-friendly alternative that still traps moisture and ensures even cooking.
- Prep ingredients in advance and store in sealed packets in the
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg