Cajun Chicken Wings

Cajun food takes the natural spice of NOLA and amps it up to the next level.

For example, Cajun wings add a lot of fire to delicious chicken to produce a meal only New Orleans could make.

This fantastic Cajun wings recipe will get your mouth watering and your family begging for more.

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Why I Love Cajun Chicken Wings?

I love this Cajun wings recipe because it brings a touch of Bourbon Street into my home without taking much time to prepare. It’s spicy, juicy, and surprisingly healthy. 

Is It Better to Sauce Wings Before or After Baking?

Always sauce your wings before you bake because this helps the topping blend more readily with its surface. In a pinch, you can sauce after but don’t expect it to be as good.

Should I Coat Wings in Oil Before Baking?

While you can coat the wings in oil before baking, it’s best to leave them as they are to avoid excessive grease. This step helps them to cook better and more evenly.

Does Pouring Boiling Water On My Wings Make Them Extra Crispy?

Adding boiling water to your chicken wings will tighten their skin and make them crispier after you cook. This trick is a popular step that great NOLA restaurants use for their Cajun chicken wings.

How to Serve Cajun Chicken Wings?

Depending on your preference, you can serve your Cajun wings as a main dish or a side. This Cajun chicken wings recipe is adaptable enough for many ingredients, so get creative.

Cajun Chicken Wings Cooking Tips:

• Leave the skin on as you cook to create a richer flavor 
• Pair the meat with rice pilaf for an authentic NOLA taste
• Keep the heat at medium to avoid crackling oil burns

Variations of Cajun Chicken Wings:

• Consider coating your wings with Parmesan or garlic
• Slow-cook the wings to make the meat tenderer 
• Put pepper in the mix bag to give your wings a sharper taste

Ingredients:

• Chicken wings
• All-purpose flour
• Cajun seasoning
• Butter melted
• Maple syrup
• Worcestershire sauce
• Salt
• Pepper
• Tabasco sauce
• Oil for frying

Then, add the seasoning.

Step 3. Heat several inches of oil in a deep-sided skillet over medium-high heat on the stove until it reaches about 350 degrees.

Step 4. Add the chicken wings to the Ziploc bag with the flour and shake to coat well.

Step 5. Place the breaded wings in the hot oil and fry for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove, and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 6. In a bowl, whisk together the butter, maple syrup, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper and tabasco sauce.

Adding the butter.

Adding the maple syrup.

Adding the Worcestershire sauce.

Adding the pepper.

Adding the salt.

Adding the Tabasco sauce.

Step 7. Toss the fried wings in the sauce and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 8. Bake for 30 minutes or until cooked through.

Serve warm!

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How to Store Cajun Chicken Wings?

Store your uneaten wings in a plastic container in the refrigerator. Keep the lid sealed until you’re ready to enjoy your wings.

How to Reheat Cajun Chicken Wings?

Place a paper towel on the bottom of a microwave-safe plate, layer the wings evenly across the paper, and cook for 2-4 minutes. You’ll need at least one minute per wing.

How Long Do Cajun Chicken Wings Last on the Fridge?

Chicken wings should last a week in the fridge before they start going bad. That said, they might spoil sooner in some cases, so make sure you check them regularly.

Can I Make Ahead Cajun Chicken Wings?

Thankfully, Cajun chicken wings should prepare easily and last a long time in your fridge. As a result, you can cook them ahead of time and even freeze them if you want.

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BBQ Wings Homemade Sauce: Mix this sauce for a fantastic BBQ wing topping.

Instant Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings: These wings have a mild but pleasant flavor.