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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Meal Type » Global Snacks/ Appetizers » Cajun Wings

    Published: Jun 6, 2021 | Last Updated On: Jun 8, 2021 by Neha Mathur

    Cajun Wings

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    Made using just 3 ingredients, these Waingstop copycat juicy and crispy cajun wings are going to be a sure-shot hit at your next house party! Make them in an oven or an air fryer.

    If you are looking for another amazing chicken wings recipe for your special occasions, then also try my Gochujang Wings.

    cajun wings served on a plate.
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    • About This Recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How To Make Cajun Wings
    • Frequently Asked Questions
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    • Storage Suggestions
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    About This Recipe

    Made using just 3 ingredients in an oven or an air fryer, cajun wings are a must-try appetizer for game or movie nights, family get-togethers, BBQ’s or house parties!

    Cajun chicken wings are Juicy, super crispy, salty, and spicy and they have the texture of those deep-fried, battered wings but with no breading or frying. A win-win, right?

    These cajun spiced wings are a copycat version of Wingstop Louisiana Rub Wings. But If you ask me, I will say that these homemade ones are actually better in terms of taste and texture.

    Chicken wings are rubbed with oil and cajun seasoning and then baked (or air fried) to perfection until they are nice and crispy. Serve them with a buttery hot sauce, blue cheese dressing, or any other dipping sauce you prefer.

    These Dry Rub Cajun Wings are,

    • Hot & spicy
    • Gluten-Free & Keto-friendly
    • Juicy and crispy
    • Addictive
    • Easy to make at home
    • Perfect for game night

    Ingredients

    Cajun wings ingredients.

    Chicken Wings – You can grill the whole wings or cut them into thirds. I have explained the process to cut the wings into thirds below.

    In case you are using frozen wings, thaw them completely and pat dry using a paper towel before using.

    Cajun Seasoning – You can either make cajun seasoning at home or get the store-bought one.

    For the dipping sauce – This sauce is optional, but I like to serve it with my super crispy cajun wings. To make this sauce you will need butter, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce.

    How To Make Cajun Wings

    Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 2 lbs of chicken wings dry with paper towels.

    Pat dried chicken wings.

    In a large mixing bowl or a ziplock bag, add chicken wings, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and 3 tablespoon cajun seasoning and toss to coat completely.

    Cajun seasoning added to the bowl.
    Wings mixed with seasopning.

    Set a wire rack (preferably a nonstick rack, or lightly greased) over a large baking sheet.

    Wire rack set on a baking tray.

    Arrange the wings on the wire racks in a single layer. If the wings are not fitting on the wire rack, then bake them in batches.

    Chicken wings arranged on the baking tray.

    Bake the wings until cooked through and the skin is crispy (20–25 minutes). For extra crunch, broil under the broiler on high for 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to make sure wings don’t burn or over-crisp.

    Ready cajun wings.

    To make the dipping sauce (optional), melt ¼ cup salted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.

    Butter added to a pan.

    Stir in ¼ cup hot sauce and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.

    Hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce added to the pan.

    Serve the wings with the sauce.

    Ready cajun chicken wings.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to make cajun seasoning?

    Making Cajun seasoning at home is very easy and economical. You just need to get your hands on a few ingredients, that are easily available in the stores. Check out my detailed cajun seasoning recipe here.

    How to cut chicken wings into thirds?

    To cut the chicken wings into thirds, firstly feel the 3 main parts of the chicken wing – the wing tip, the flats, and the drumette. Now, bend the joints backward using your hands, in order to loosen them.

    Using a sharp knife, cut down hard where the bones come together. You don’t have to cut the bones, just find a space between them. Once done, you can use these pieces to make your crispy cajun rub wings.

    The wing tip often doesn’t have much meat to include in the wings, so you can discard them. If they do have meat, then include them in your wings recipe.

    How to make the cajun wings extra crispy?

    To make these cajun wings extra crispy, you have to follow some tips and tricks.
    Firstly, pat dry them fully! If there is a little liquid left on the wings, it will turn them soggy instead of making them crispy.
    Secondly, cook them on a wire rack. Cooking on a wire rack means more air circulation, which makes them crispy and it ensures faster cooking.

    How to make them in an air fryer?

    Preheat the air fryer at 400° F for about 5 minutes. Place the cajun rubbed chicken wings on the basket in a single layer. Let them cook for about 15 minutes. Now pull out the basket, turn the wings over and let them air fry for another 5 minutes. Serve hot.

    Serving Suggestions

    Serve cajun wings on their own or with my favorite butter hot sauce. You can also serve these with blue cheese dressing, boom boom sauce, yum yum sauce, or bang bang sauce.

    Storage Suggestions

    If you have leftovers, you can cover them with foil and store them in the fridge for about 3 to 4 days. To reheat, place the leftover wings on a foil-lined baking sheet and reheat at 350 for about 15 minutes. You can also air fry for 3-4 minutes to reheat them.

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    Made using just 3 ingredients, these Wingstop copycat juicy and crispy cajun wings are going to be a sure-shot hit at your next house party! Make them in an oven or an air fryer.

    Cajun Wings Recipe

    Made using just 3 ingredients, these Wingstop copycat juicy and crispy cajun wings are going to be a sure-shot hit at your next house party! Make them in an oven or an air fryer.
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    Course: Snacks and Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Calories: 282kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 2 pounds chicken wings
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 3 tablespoons cajun seasoning

    For the sauce:

    • ¼ cup butter
    • ¼ cup hot sauce
    • 1 tablespoon worcestershire sauce
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    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat 2 lbs of chicken wings dry with paper towels.
    • In a large mixing bowl or a ziplock bag, add chicken wings, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, and 3 tablespoon cajun seasoning and toss to coat completely.
    • Set a wire rack (preferably a nonstick rack, or lightly greased) over a large baking sheet.
    • Arrange the wings on the wire racks in a single layer. If the wings are not fitting on the wire rack, then bake them in batches.
    • Bake the wings until cooked through and the skin is crispy (20–25 minutes). For extra crunch, broil under the broiler on high for 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to make sure wings don’t burn or over-crisp.
    • To make the dipping sauce (optional), melt ¼ cup salted butter in a small saucepan over medium heat.
    • Stir in ¼ cup hot sauce and 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
    • Serve cajun wings with the sauce.

    Video

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60_JTyn9Xts

    Notes

    In case you are using frozen wings, thaw them completely and pat dry using a paper towel before using.
    Air Fryer Recipe
    Preheat the air fryer at 400° F for about 5 minutes. Place the cajun rubbed chicken wings on the basket in a single layer. Let them cook for about 15 minutes. Now pull out the basket, turn the wings over and let them air fry for another 5 minutes. Serve hot.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 422mg | Potassium: 247mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2099IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg
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