🍗Creamy Cajun Garlic Butter Wings

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the wings:

• 2 lbs chicken wings (drums & flats)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

For the creamy Cajun garlic butter sauce:

• 4 tbsp unsalted butter

• 5 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

• 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning (adjust to taste)

• ½ tsp paprika

• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Prep and cook the wings

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

• Pat wings dry with paper towels (for crispiness).

• Toss wings with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

• Arrange on a baking rack over a lined tray. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
  (Alternatively: deep fry at 350°F for 8–10 minutes until crispy and cooked through.)

2. Make the Cajun garlic butter sauce

• In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat.

• Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 1 min).

• Stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, and chili flakes.

• Pour in heavy cream and simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

• Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth.

3. Toss and serve

• Add crispy wings into the skillet and coat them in the creamy Cajun garlic butter sauce.

• Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan.