Aisha's Chili Pecans Cajun

Bring bold Southern flavors to your table with "Aisha's Chili Pecans Cajun," a delectable snack that combines the earthy richness of roasted pecans with a tantalizing blend of Cajun spices. This quick and easy recipe features buttery pecans coated in a smoky mix of chili powder, paprika, garlic, and a hint of optional cayenne for those who love a spicy kick. Perfectly balanced with a touch of brown sugar, these roasted pecans achieve the ideal harmony of sweet, savory, and spicy in just 15 minutes of cooking time. Whether you're serving them as a standalone snack, topping a crisp salad, or adding a crunchy garnish to soups or desserts, these roasted chili pecans will add a gourmet touch to any dish. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these irresistible pecans are sure to become a snacking favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pecans
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, remove from heat and stir in the Cajun seasoning, chili powder, brown sugar, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using. Mix until well combined.

Step 3

Place the pecans in a large mixing bowl. Pour the seasoned butter mixture over the pecans and toss until all pecans are evenly coated.

Step 4

Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren't overlapping for even roasting.

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even roasting. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

Step 6

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the pecans cool completely on the tray. As they cool, they will crisp up.

Step 7

Once cooled, transfer the chili pecans to an airtight container for storage. They can be stored at room temperature for up to a week.

Step 8

Serve as a snack or use as a topping for salads, soups, or desserts for a spicy kick!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(249.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1651.0

Total Fat 167.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 43.9g
Cholesterol 65.8mg	0%
Sodium 2368.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.0g
Protein 19.0g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 158.7mg	0%
Iron 5.8mg	0%
Potassium 878.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 86.0%

Protein: 4.3%

Carbs: 9.6%