Cajun Wings 

Cajun wings are spicy, salty, and bursting with incredible flavor. A savory cajun dry rub makes these cajun chicken wings so tasty, and they are baked until they are crispy on the outside and juicy and tender on the inside.

Suitable for Gluten Free, Low Carb and Keto diets. Post includes Weight Watchers points.

These crowd-pleaser cajun wings don’t require any marinating or breading. Simply bake (or air fry) until crispy and serve with your favorite dipping sauces. Getting crispy wings can seem overwhelming, but this simple recipe will have you making chicken wings on the regular. 

Yeap, these baked cajun chicken wings are so addicting you’ll want to double the recipe. This is an excellent recipe for low carb and gluten free diets and has a spicy flavor with not too much heat. 

Baked cajun wings are perfect for parties, and the recipes are easy to double, so they are ideal for feeding a crowd. Your friends and family will keep coming back for more. These crispy chicken wings are the first thing to go at a party.

Plus, the wings come together fast, so they are simple enough for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love. 

Why Make This Recipe

• They’re Smoky and Spicy – Cajun seasoning gives these wings a delightful flavor that’s a little smoky, a little spicy, and all delicious. 
• It’s So Easy – Prep these wings in moments, then let the oven do the work to make these wings crispy and perfectly juicy. 
• So Flavorful – These chicken wings have so much flavor they will tickle your taste buds. 
• They’re Inexpensive – Making wings at home is a great way to save money but still enjoy restaurant-quality wings. 

Ingredient Notes

• Chicken Wings – Purchase chicken wings cut into wingettes and drumettes or cut whole wings into pieces. You can also cook the entire wings.  
• Seasoning – Cajun seasoning is typically a blend of smoked paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and oregano and can vary in heat level. You can purchase cajun spice rub or make your own at home. 

How To Make Cajun Wings In Oven

Get full ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C / gas mark 6 and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
2. Dry the chicken wings with paper towels and add to a large bowl. Sprinkle the wings with cajun seasoning and toss until well coated. 
3. Place wings in a single layer with space between them on two lightly greased baking sheets. Bake the cajun wings for 30 to 40 minutes, turning after 20 minutes. Bake wings until crisp, browned, and cooked through.
4. Serve immediately.
   

Note: Always check for doneness with a meat thermometer. The internal temperature should be 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C when inserted into the thickest part of the chicken wing.

How To Make Cajun Chicken Wings In Air Fryer

1. Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C and spray the air fryer basket with a light coating of olive oil or cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sprinkle the wings with cajun seasoning and toss to coat. 
3. Place chicken wings in the air fry basket in a single layer and cook for about 15- 20 minutes, turn the wings or shake halfway through.
4. Repeat with the remaining wings until all of the wings are cooked.

Tips For Success

• You can use chicken wingettes or whole wings. Use a sharp knife to separate the flats from the drumettes if desired. 
• If using frozen wings, thaw them before making this baked Cajun chicken wings recipe. 
• Pat dry with a paper towel before coating them in seasoning.
• Place the chicken wings into a medium bowl and toss with the seasoning to ensure all of the wings are well coated. 
• Be sure to lightly spray your baking sheets with oil or line them with parchment paper to keep the wings from sticking. 
• You can cook the cajun seasoned wings on an ovenproof wire rack for maximum crispiness. 
• Place chicken in a single layer on the baking sheet or the air fryer basket. 
• If air frying, don’t overlap the wings. Cook chicken wings in batches if necessary. 
• Chicken is fully cooked when a thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reads 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.

Variations

• Swap the Seasoning – Follow this same recipe using your favorite dry seasoning blend. 
• Swap the Chicken – You can use this recipe with your favorite chicken cut. Thighs and drumsticks work exceptionally well. Adjust the cooking times accordingly. 
• Make Them Spicier – Cajun seasoning can vary in spice level. Add a little extra cayenne pepper to the mix to kick up the heat level. 
• Dip ‘Em – Serve with blue cheese dip, ranch dip, aioli, or your personal favorite sauce.

Budget-Friendly Tips 

• Buy Whole Wings – Whole wings are typically less expensive than precut wingettes. They are easy to cut into flats and drumettes or you can cook the whole wing. 
• Buy Frozen Wings – Save a little money with frozen chicken wings. You will need to thaw the wings before using. 
• Buy In Bulk – Stock up on wings and freeze the wings you don’t use for up to 3 months. 
• Save The Wingtips – If you buy whole wings, cut off the wingtips and freeze them to make chicken stock. 

Prep Ahead And Storage

• Store – Leftover wings can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 
• Freeze – Freeze leftover wings in a freezer safe container for up to 3 months. 
• Reheat – Reheat wings in a 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C oven for 15-20 minutes or in an air fryer for 3-5 minutes. 

FAQs

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Weight Watchers Points

There are 8 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this.

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