Cajun

You can enjoy the zesty flavors of Cajun recipes at home. Browse our Cajun cuisine for potluck ideas for a crowd and classic and healthy Cajun dishes.

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    Creole Pork Tenderloin with Vegetables

    Fresh summer vegetables are paired with lean pork and tasty Greek olives for a healthy and quick dinner that's great...


    Cajun Crab Burgers

    Here's my take on the traditional crab cake. I like to top my sandwiches with Cajun remoulade and pile spicy...


    Country Bean Soup

    I like to give this mix as a gift, layering the beans in a clear pint jar and attaching the...


    Flavorful Catfish Fillets

    1 review

    This is the best catfish ever! It's fast to prepare, and the cayenne adds a little zip. The golden cornmeal...


    Shrimp Po’Boys with Pineapple Slaw

    3 reviews

    This twist on the traditional po'boy sandwich adds flavor and veggies while reducing fat and calories. For a smoked flavor,...


    Sweet ‘n’ Spicy Chicken

    58 reviews

    My husband and children love this tender chicken with its spicy sauce. Peach preserves add just a touch of sweetness,...


    Black-Eyed Pea Sausage Stew

    5 reviews

    I always wanted to try black-eyed peas. I happened to have smoked sausage on hand one night, so I invented...


    Gulf Coast Jambalaya Rice

    8 reviews

    As the stew of the South, jambalaya is a definite staple. For ages, home cooks have been making their own...

    Spicy Chicken Spaghetti

    2 reviews

    “I keep on the lookout for recipes that serve two,” explains LaDonna Reed. “We’re also watching our fat grams, so...


    Baked Cajun Catfish

    2 reviews

    This is our favorite way to serve catfish. I've made this with half of the spices at first. Then my...


    Slow-Cooked Hearty Jambalaya

    23 reviews

    I love anything with Cajun spices, so I came up with this slow-cooker jambalaya that’s just as good as that...


    Black-Eyed Pea Jambalaya

    4 reviews

    If you know anything about Texans, you know we love our black-eyed peas. But you don't have to be from...


    Deviled Crab Dip

    2 reviews

    Because blue crabs are so plentiful in Maryland, we're always looking for new ways to enjoy them. This recipe is...


    Slow-Cooked Cajun Corn

    3 reviews

    My husband loves corn on the cob, and I love this slow-cooker recipe because I don't have to stand at...


    Quick & Easy New Orleans Shrimp

    3 reviews

    I’ve simplified my mom's Shrimp Creole—she made it for us growing up. Now it's effortless comfort food I make for...


    Jamaican Chicken with Couscous

    1 review

    “Fantabulous” is a word I reserve for fantastic dishes like this jerk-seasoned chicken. It’s a mouth full of yum. —Joni...


    Buttermilk Cornbread

    5 reviews

    MY GRANDMOTHER would refer to this recipe as "comfort food", made from ingredients available on the farm or staples found...

    Red Beans and Sausage

    5 reviews

    Turkey sausage, beans and a zesty blend of spices make this a deliciously unique meal.—Cathy Webster, Morris, Illinois


    Cajun Bread Pudding

    2 reviews

    This is my husband's favorite dessert, and it's a perfect dish for a crowd, too.


    Cornbread with Black-Eyed Peas

    3 reviews

    Black-eyed peas are a good-luck tradition for New Year's Day...but my family is so fond of this recipe, I make...


    Cajun Gazpacho

    1 review

    Horseradish, spices and slightly sweet balsamic vinegar give this gazpacho its Cajun flair. Served chilled, it’s one of the best...


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    Chicken and Oyster Pie

    My grandmother and mother were known for their hearty, delicious Dutch meals—and this dish is a meal in itself. I've...


    Herbed Cornmeal Crab Cakes

    I created these crispy crab cakes to include some of the fresh herbs from my garden. My husband loves them...

    Spicy Chicken and Tomato Pasta

    5 reviews

    "I serve this spicy chicken and tomato pasta with full glasses of milk to calm the bite," comments Donna Michaelis...


    Southern Okra Bean Stew

    1 review

    When this spicy stew's simmering on the stove, my family has a hard time waiting for dinner. It's much like...


    Chive-Cheese Cornbread

    8 reviews

    This cornbread goes well with any main dish. The chives and sharp cheddar cheese give it a special flavor. —Sybil...


    Cheddar Skillet Cornbread

    1 review

    Here's a tasty spin on traditional cornbread. It may become your new favorite! —Terri Adrian, Lake City, Florida


    Cajun Beef Brisket

    There's nothing like seeing my husband's eyes light up when he comes through the door and sees I've prepared this...


    Creole Seasoning

    This spicy seasoning adds warmth-in more ways than one!-to the holidays and all year-round. The versatile mix is as good...