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Crunchy Honey Cajun Chicken Bowls

Crunchy Honey Cajun Chicken Bowls That Will Spice Up Dinner

Enjoy Crunchy Honey Cajun Chicken Bowls, a quick dinner bursting with flavors from crispy chicken and a sweet and spicy glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Tenders Can substitute with skinless/boneless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 2 tbsp Cajun Seasoning Adjust to taste
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Coating
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup Milk Choose whole or plant-based
  • to taste Hot Sauce Choose your favorite variety
  • 2 cups Cornflakes Coarsely crushed
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Adds flavor
  • 1 tbsp Dried Parsley
For the Sweet and Spicy Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Honey Maple syrup can be used
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes Adjust for spice tolerance
For Serving
  • 2 cups Jasmine Rice Can substitute with brown rice or sweet potato fries
  • 1/4 cup Bang Bang Sauce Optional for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • mixing bowl
  • Shallow Bowl
  • parchment paper
  • Pot

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and season chicken tenders with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the cornflakes to coarse crumbs and mix with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, and parsley.
  3. Whisk together eggs, milk, and hot sauce in a bowl to create the egg mixture.
  4. Coat each chicken tender in the egg mixture, then roll in the cornflake mixture and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake the chicken for about 20 minutes until golden-brown and cooked through.
  6. Cook jasmine rice according to package directions in a pot of boiling water (about 15 minutes).
  7. Create the glaze by mixing honey, hot sauce, lemon juice, chili flakes, and Cajun seasoning in a bowl.
  8. Assemble the bowls by placing jasmine rice in each, topping with chicken, and drizzling with the glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully cooked and consider making your own Cajun seasoning to suit your taste.

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