Cajun Seasoning Blend for Chicken

Elevate your chicken dishes with this bold and flavorful Cajun Seasoning Blend, a quick and easy homemade spice mix perfect for adding a smoky, spicy kick to your meals. Crafted with pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and dried herbs, this versatile blend brings authentic Cajun flair to your kitchen in just 5 minutes. Whether you're grilling, baking, or sautéing, this seasoning is your go-to for enhancing chicken breasts, thighs, or even roasted vegetables with robust, mouthwatering flavor. Customizable to your spice preferences and easy to store for up to six months, this Cajun seasoning is a must-have staple for any spice lover's collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Paprika (regular or smoked)
• 1 tablespoon Garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper (optional)
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin

Directions

Step 1

Measure out all the ingredients and gather them in one place.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, white pepper (if using), salt, and ground cumin.

Step 3

Whisk the ingredients together until well combined to create a uniform spice blend.

Step 4

Transfer the Cajun seasoning blend into an airtight container or spice jar for storage. Label the container with the contents and date.

Step 5

Use approximately 1–2 teaspoons of the blend per chicken breast or adjust according to taste. The seasoning can also be used for other meats or vegetables.

Step 6

Store in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months to maintain freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(48.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	122.3

Total Fat 3.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3568.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.9g
Protein 5.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132.4mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 605.2mg	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: 18.9%

Protein: 13.9%

Carbs: 67.1%