By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 6
53 cal · 25 min
3-Ingredient Oven-Baked Cajun Chicken Breasts
Recipe GLPR5d47c15e0afbc2
A simple and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken breasts seasoned with authentic Cajun spices and roasted in the oven. This straightforward recipe comes together quickly and delivers bold, satisfying flavor in just minutes. Perfect for meal prep or a busy family dinner.
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Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon salt-free Cajun seasoning blend
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Directions
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture, which helps the seasoning adhere better and promotes even cooking.
In a small bowl, combine the salt-free Cajun seasoning blend with the kosher salt. Mix well to create an even spice blend.
Rub the chicken breasts on both sides with the unsalted butter.
Generously coat each buttered chicken breast with the Cajun seasoning mixture, using your fingers to press it onto the surface for good adhesion.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F when measured at the thickest part with a meat thermometer.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 3 to 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Comments
Chicken breasts, butter, and cajun seasoning are all stocked at every major Charlotte chain—no special trips needed. At roughly $2 per pound for chicken and $8 for butter and seasoning you'll use across many meals, the cost lands around $2.50 per serving, which is solid for a protein-focused dinner. The stated 25 minutes is honest if your oven preheats while you prep; actual hands-on time is under 10 minutes. This is a weeknight workhorse that reheats decently, though the chicken can dry out slightly on day two unless you store it properly.
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