Smothered Baked Chicken
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Smothered Baked Chicken

👤 6 servings easy 🌍 Cajun facebook.com ↗

Smothered Baked Chicken is a rich, flavorful, and tender dish that's a favorite among catering customers and home cooks alike. This well-seasoned recipe features chicken legs with a perfect blend of Cajun and Caribbean spices, paired beautifully with sautéed bell peppers and onions. Serve it alongside rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables for a complete comfort food meal.

Ingredients

  • 12 Chicken Legs
  • 1 tbsp Oil
  • 1 tbsp Thyme
  • 1 tbsp Parsley
  • 1 tbsp Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Onion Powder
  • 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tbsp Green Seasoning
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers and Onions

Instructions

  1. Combine oil, thyme, parsley, paprika, onion powder, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and green seasoning in a bowl to create the spice rub.
  2. Rub the spice mixture evenly over all 12 chicken legs.
  3. Place the seasoned chicken legs in a baking dish.
  4. Top the chicken with the bell peppers and onions.
  5. Bake covered until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  6. Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

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