Hamdi Saidani This fiery and satisfying Jamie Oliver 15 Minute Meal Spicy Cajun Chicken combines seared chicken breasts with Cajun spices, crispy bacon and okra, a vibrant corn salsa, and a creamy sweet potato smash. The bold flavors, fresh textures, and colorful presentation make it a perfect quick dinner that feels like a feast. It’s ready in just 15 minutes and serves 4.
Jamie Oliver 15 Minute Meal Spicy Cajun Chicken Ingredients
Salsa
- 4 corn on the cob
- 1 small bunch fresh coriander
- 1 fresh red chilli
- 4 spring onions
- 3 ripe tomatoes
- 2 limes
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Sweet Potato Smash
- 800g sweet potatoes
- 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
Chicken & Sides
- 4 × 120g skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp polenta
- Olive oil
- 2 rashers smoked streaky bacon
- 175g okra
- 20g feta cheese
How To Make Jamie Oliver 15 Minute Meal Spicy Cajun Chicken
- Char The Corn: Grill corn on a hot griddle, turning until charred.
- Cook Sweet Potatoes: Slice sweet potatoes thinly, boil in salted water until soft, then mash with sweet chilli sauce. Cover and keep warm.
- Prep And Cook Chicken: Toss chicken with Cajun seasoning, polenta, salt. Flatten to 1.5cm thick. Fry in oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- Add Bacon & Okra: Slice bacon and add to pan. Once crisp, add okra and cook through.
- Make The Salsa: Cut kernels off grilled corn, mix with chopped coriander, chilli, spring onions, tomatoes, lime juice, salt, and olive oil.
- Assemble & Serve: Serve sweet potato mash on a platter with chicken and okra. Crumble over feta. Serve salsa on the side.
Recipe Tips
- Polenta Adds Crunch: A light coating of polenta helps create a crispy crust on the chicken.
- Speed Up Smash: Slicing sweet potatoes thinly helps them cook faster.
- Char Corn First: Griddling corn adds smoky flavor to the salsa.
- Keep It Hot: Leave the mash covered on low heat until ready to serve.
What To Serve With Cajun Chicken
This dish is already packed with variety, but you can add a side of warm flatbread or a cooling yoghurt dip. A cold lager or citrus iced tea complements the spice beautifully.
How To Store Cajun Chicken
Refrigerate: Store leftovers in separate airtight containers for up to 2 days.
Freeze: Chicken and sweet potato mash can be frozen; salsa is best fresh.
Cajun Chicken Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 651
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Sugar: 13g
- Protein: 43g
- Sodium: 720mg
FAQs
Can I use frozen corn?
Yes, thaw and dry it first, then char in a pan.
What is okra like?
It has a unique, slightly slimy texture—best when cooked hot and fast.
Can I skip the bacon?
Absolutely—use smoked paprika or a meat-free bacon alternative.
What’s a substitute for Cajun seasoning?
Mix paprika, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, and thyme.
Can I make the salsa in advance?
Yes, but for best crunch, mix it fresh before serving.
Jamie Oliver 15 Minute Meal Spicy Cajun Chicken
Course: DinnerCuisine: American-InspiredDifficulty: Easy4
servings5
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kcalSpicy Cajun chicken with sweet potato mash, okra, bacon, and a charred corn salsa bursting with color and flavor.
Ingredients
4 corn on the cob
1 bunch coriander
1 red chilli
4 spring onions
3 tomatoes
2 limes
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
800g sweet potatoes
2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
4 chicken breasts
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp polenta
Olive oil
2 rashers smoked bacon
175g okra
20g feta cheese
Directions
- Char corn on a griddle; slice sweet potatoes, boil until soft, mash with chilli sauce.
- Toss chicken with seasoning and polenta, flatten and grill 3–4 min per side.
- Add bacon to pan, cook until crisp, then add okra.
- Make salsa with corn, herbs, chilli, spring onions, tomatoes, lime, and oil.
- Serve mash, top with chicken, bacon, okra, crumble feta, and serve salsa on the side.
Notes
- Slice sweet potatoes thin for quick cooking.
- Polenta adds a light crunch to the chicken.
- Okra cooks fast—add just before serving.
- Fresh lime juice brightens up the salsa.