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Easy Cajun Sticky Chicken Recipe for quick meals

This easy Cajun Sticky Chicken recipe transports your taste buds to the bayous of Louisiana. Tantalizing vegan chicken marinated in a blend of zesty Cajun spices, kissed with a sweet and sticky glaze, will surely spice up your dinner routine. Prepare to savor every juicy bite of this Southern-inspired dish bursting with flavor.

Closeup view of a protion of Cajun Sticky Chicken.

What is Sticky Chicken

Sticky Chicken typically refers to chicken that has been cooked with a sweet and flavorful glaze, resulting in a sticky and caramelized exterior.

The glaze is often made with ingredients like honey, soy sauce, brown sugar, or other sweeteners, along with various seasonings and spices to enhance the flavor.

It’s a popular dish in various cuisines, with different regional variations adding their own unique twists to the recipe.

Ingredients needed to make Cajun Sticky Chicken are collected on a board.

What makes Cajun flavors special

Cajun flavors are special due to their bold and robust profile, influenced by the rich culinary heritage of Louisiana.

Characterized by a harmonious blend of aromatic spices such as paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic, onion, and thyme, Cajun cuisine delivers a fiery kick with layers of complexity.

This distinctive flavor profile reflects the cultural melting pot of Cajun cooking, which draws from French, African, Spanish, and Native American culinary traditions, creating dishes that are both hearty and soul-satisfying.

Top view of a large skillet in which vegan chicken pieces are fried in hot oil.

What ingredients do I need to make Cajun Sticky Chicken

If you’re looking to prepare a mouth-watering Cajun Sticky Chicken dish, here’s a list of ingredients that you’ll need.

Firstly, you’ll need vegan chicken pieces as the primary ingredient. Next, you’ll need oil to cook the chicken. Then, add Cajun seasoning and soy sauce to give the dish its characteristic flavor.

To add a bold flavor, add garlic cloves. For sweetness, add brown sugar. Lastly, don’t forget to add chopped scallions for garnish and salt and black pepper to taste.

With these ingredients, you can create a delectable Cajun Sticky Chicken dish that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Step-by-step picture showing how spices are added to the vegan chicken.

How to make Cajun Sticky Chicken

If you’re looking to make a dish that’s both sweet and savory, then Cajun Sticky Chicken is the perfect recipe to try. To start, heat up some oil in a pan or large skillet.

Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the hot oil and fry for about 4 minutes until they are golden brown. Next, lower to medium heat and add the mixture of brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and Cajun seasoning, which will give the chicken its sticky, flavorful glaze.

Make sure the chicken is coated evenly with the sauce and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes on low heat.

Top view of Cajun Sticky Chicken in a large skillet.

When the chicken is fully cooked, it’s time to serve.

You can add some scallions on top of the chicken for an extra crunch and some green color, and you can also serve it with rice to make it a full meal.

This dish is perfect for a cozy night in and a great way to impress your family or friends with your cooking skills.

Cajun Stickt Chicken is cerved over rice and garnished with scallions.

Can one store leftovers of Sticky Chicken

Yes, you can store leftovers of Sticky Chicken. Allow the chicken to cool to room temperature. Then transfer it to an airtight container or wrap it tightly in aluminum foil.

Store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

When reheating, you can use methods such as microwaving, oven reheating, or pan-frying to ensure the chicken remains juicy and flavorful. Just be cautious not to overheat, as it may dry out the chicken.

Sticky Chicken serving on a white plate with a blue pattern.

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Closeup view of a protion of Cajun Sticky Chicken.

Easy Cajun Sticky Chicken

Yield: 2
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

This easy Cajun Sticky Chicken recipe transports your taste buds to the bayous of Louisiana. Tantalizing vegan chicken marinated in a blend of zesty Cajun spices, kissed with a sweet and sticky glaze, will surely spice up your dinner routine. Prepare to savor every juicy bite of this Southern-inspired dish bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

  • 9 oz vegan chicken pieces
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1/3 cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 4 tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 scallions, chopped for garnish
  • Salt, black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. To start, heat up some oil in a pan or large skillet.Ingredients needed to make Cajun Sticky Chicken are collected on a board.
  2. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken to the hot oil and fry for about 4 minutes until they are golden brown. Top view of a large skillet in which vegan chicken pieces are fried in hot oil.
  3. Next, lower to medium heat and add the mixture of brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, and Cajun seasoning, which will give the chicken its sticky, flavorful glaze.Step-by-step picture showing how spices are added to the vegan chicken.
  4. Make sure the chicken is coated evenly with the sauce and continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes on low heat.Top view of Cajun Sticky Chicken in a large skillet.
  5. When the chicken is fully cooked, it's time to serve. You can add some scallions on top of the chicken for an extra crunch and some green color, and you can also serve it with rice to make it a full meal.Closeup view of a protion of Cajun Sticky Chicken.

Notes

  • Allow the chicken to cool to room temperature. Then transfer it to an airtight container or wrap it tightly in aluminum foil.
  • Store the leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 401Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 361mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 2gSugar: 14gProtein: 38g
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