Cajun honey butter chicken with crispy smashed potatoes

Procedimento

1. 01
   Passaggio 1Marinate the chicken37m 30s

   Pat the chicken very dry. Coat it with 1.5 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp paprika, ½ tsp black pepper and ½ tsp salt. Let it marinate for 30–45 minutes in the fridge.

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2. 02
   Passaggio 2Boil the potatoes15 min

   Boil the baby potatoes whole in salted water until fork-tender, about 12–18 minutes. Drain and steam-dry them for a few minutes.

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3. 03
   Passaggio 3Smash and season potatoes

   Arrange the potatoes on a baking sheet and gently smash them to about ½-inch thick. Drizzle with 2.5 tbsp olive oil and season with ½ tsp Cajun seasoning and 1 tsp garlic powder and ½ tsp onion powder.

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4. 04
   Passaggio 4Roast the chicken42m 30s

   Preheat the oven to 425°F. Arrange the chicken skin-side up on a rack over the baking sheet. Roast for 40–45 minutes until deeply golden and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer for best results. Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end for extra crispy skin.

   Nota

   A meat thermometer is ideal to prevent overcooking.

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5. 05
   Passaggio 5Make the honey butter3 min

   Melt 5 tbsp unsalted butter over medium-low heat. Add 4 garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in 120 ml honey, 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, 3 tbsp chicken broth and ½ tsp black pepper. Simmer gently for 2–4 minutes until glossy and slightly thickened. Finish with 1 tbsp lemon juice.

   Nota

   Apple cider vinegar can be used instead of lemon juice.

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6. 06
   Passaggio 6Brush and serve

   Brush the roasted chicken with the Cajun honey butter. Drizzle the rest of the honey butter over the chicken and smashed potatoes, then serve.

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