Description
This Easy Cajun Sticky Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying vegan twist on a classic dish, combining crispy vegan chicken pieces with a sweet and savory Cajun glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it’s garnished with fresh scallions and pairs wonderfully with rice for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegan Chicken
- 9 oz vegan chicken pieces
Sauce & Seasoning
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, pressed
- 4 tbsp brown sugar
- Salt, black pepper to taste
Garnish
- 3 scallions, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan or large skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Cook the vegan chicken pieces: Add 9 oz of vegan chicken pieces to the hot oil and fry for about 4 minutes until they turn golden brown and develop a crispy exterior.
- Prepare and add the sauce: Lower the heat to medium, then stir together 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1/3 cup soy sauce, 3 pressed garlic cloves, and 4 tbsp brown sugar. Pour this mixture over the chicken to create a sticky, flavorful glaze.
- Simmer and coat: Stir gently to ensure the vegan chicken pieces are evenly coated with the sauce. Continue cooking on low heat for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and caramelize.
- Finish and garnish: Once the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is sticky and glossy, remove from heat. Garnish with 3 chopped scallions to add a fresh crunch and vibrant color. Serve hot, ideally with a side of rice to complete the meal.
Notes
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning amount to taste for heat preference.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce if needed to make the dish gluten-free.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly dust the vegan chicken pieces with cornstarch before frying.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or quinoa for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Cajun chicken, vegan sticky chicken, easy vegan dinner, vegan Cajun recipe, sticky glazed chicken, plant-based Cajun chicken
