Cajun Spiced Chicken Recipe

Name: Cajun Spiced Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. vegetable juice cocktail; 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar; 2 tsp. hot sauce; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1 clove garlic; 4 skinned drumsticks (1/2 lb.); 2 Tbsp. chopped celery; 2 Tbsp. diced green bell pepper; 2 Tbsp. chopped onion; 1 Tbsp. cornstarch; 4 c. hot, cooked regular rice

Servings: persons

1
Combine vegetable juice, vinegar, hot sauce, oregano and minced garlic in a large shallow container; stir well.
2
Add chicken, turning once to coat.
3
Marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes.
4
Remove from marinade, reserving marinade.
5
Place chicken on microwave glass platter; cover with plastic wrap, turning back 1 corner to vent.
6
Microwave at High 8 to 10 minutes or until chicken is done, giving dish a quarter turn at 2 minute intervals. Let chicken stand, covered, 5 minutes.
7
Combine celery, pepper and onion in a 1-quart glass measure; microwave at High 3 to 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
8
Combine reserved marinade and cornstarch, stirring until smooth.
9
Add to vegetable mixture and microwave, uncovered, at High 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened.
10
Serve chicken over rice; top with sauce.
11
Contains about 272 calories per chicken piece and 1/2 cup rice.
12
8 servings.

889

kcal

Calories

Fat

195

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. vegetable juice cocktail, 2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar, 2 tsp. hot sauce, 1/2 tsp. oregano, and more.

Yes, Cajun Spiced Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Cajun Spiced Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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