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.
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.
