Cajun Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Printable)

Oven-roasted sweet potato slices tossed in Cajun spices and herbs for a flavorful side or snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (approximately 28 ounces), peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

→ Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
07 - 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
12 - Lemon wedges

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato slices with olive oil until evenly coated.
03 - Mix Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if desired in a small bowl.
04 - Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the sweet potatoes and toss thoroughly to coat each slice.
05 - Place the sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast for 15 minutes; flip each slice, then continue roasting for an additional 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden and slightly crisp.
07 - Transfer the sweet potatoes to a serving platter, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with lemon wedges as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The crispy edges and soft centers create this perfect texture contrast that makes them impossible to stop eating
  • They come together in under 45 minutes but taste like something from a restaurant
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed, soggy potatoes instead of crispy ones
  • Letting them cool for just a couple minutes on the pan helps them crisp up even more
03 -
  • Buy sweet potatoes that are similar in size so your slices cook evenly
  • Homemade Cajun seasoning lets you control exactly how much heat goes into the mix
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