Cajun Smothered Chicken Wings

These Cajun Smothered Chicken Wings are packed with a Cajun flavor, Coated in a creamy, spiced sauce that bakes into every crevice. The wings are seasoned with Cajun spices. I smothered in a savory cream sauce with peppers, onions, and a hint of garlic. As they bake, you'll notice the sauce thickens and caramelizes at the edges, creating a mouthwatering combination of juicy and creamy in every bite.

Why Cajun Smothered Chicken Wings Might Be the Best Wings Recipe You've Tasted?

These wings are the perfect marriage of seared, juicy, and creamy. The Cajun spice brings the heat, while the creamy sauce mellows it out for a indulgent bite. Every wing is coated in flavor and baked to tender perfection, making them a standout from the usual fried or sauced versions. This dish satisfies every time with a punch of spice and deep Southern soul.

Cajun Smothered Chicken Wings

These Cajun Smothered Chicken Wings recipe features seasonedwings baked in a rich, creamy sauce infused with Cajun flavors, peppers, andonions for a comforting Southern dish.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 1.5 to 2 pounds Chicken Wings
• 1 medium Onion Chopped
• 1 medium Bell Pepper Chopped
• 1 to 2 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning preferably Slap Ya Mama
• 1 10.5 oz can Cream of Chicken Soup
• ½ 10.5 oz can Cream of Onion Soup
• ½ 10.5 oz can Cream of Mushroom Soup
• 1 to 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
• 1 tablespoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1 tablespoon + 1 tablespoon Paprika Divided
• 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
• ⅓ cup Chicken Broth
• 3 to 4 Garlic Cloves chopped

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)
• Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings with paper towels.
• In a large bowl, season the wings with Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, and 1 tablespoon paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
• In a mixing bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, cream of onion soup, and cream of mushroom soup. Stir well to blend. Set aside
• Grease baking dish. Add a few onions, garlic, and bell peppers at the bottom of the dish.
• Add your chicken wings to the dish in a single layer
• Pour chicken broth around the chicken wings
• Pour the creamy sauce mixture evenly over the top.
• Spread the remaining onions, bell peppers, and garlic on top of the mixtures
• Add a pieces of butter over the top
• Cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 375°F for 45 minutes.
• Add chili powder to the chicken and mix until the mixture turns a dark red color
• Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and slightly browned.
• Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired.
• Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce.

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Recipe Tips

For extra crispy wings before smothering, air fry them for 15–20 minutes to get that golden crust. Then pour the sauce over and return to the oven to finish. This keeps the texture crisp under the creamy coating.

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