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Behind the ingredient.

Cajun Seasoning:

Historically, Creole cuisine which originated in the South is based on French, African and Italian influences and only differs with Cajun cooking in terms of technique. Creole cooking was a more refined, upperclass classification and Cajun was refered to as "peasant" cooking. interms of spices they are essentially the same. So, with that said, whenever a recipe calls for Cajun seasoning, if you cannot find it a CReole seasoning will do the job just fine.

Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients:

1/2 Cup Lowfat Buttermilk

1 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning of choice

1 Cup Panko Breadcrumbs

2 Chicken Breast halves, skinned

2 Chicken Drumsticks, skinned

2 Chicken Thighs, skinned

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

2. Combine buttermilk and cajun seasoning in a shallow pan or dish. Place Panko in another shallow dish or pan. Dip chicken pieces into buttermilk mixture allowing excess to drip off then dredge in panko and set aside on a plate or wire rack.

3. Place chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly coat chicken with cooking spray and bake at 400 degrees for 40 minutes or until cooked through, turning over after 20 minutes.

Serving Suggestions and Substitutions:

Serve with a light tomato salad dressed in an italian vinaigrette.

Wine / Beer Suggestion:

Try a washington Merlot or an IPA like Stone Brewing Company's IPA

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