
Cajun seasoning is one of those pantry staples that can transform a plain chicken breast, a pot of rice, or a pile of roasted vegetables into something genuinely exciting. Many store-bought blends sneak in unexpected additives, fillers, or sweeteners, so making your own means you know exactly what's going into every shake. This blend layers smoked and sweet paprika for depth, while garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and thyme build that classic Southern backbone. The trio of black pepper, white pepper, and cayenne gives it a bold, layered heat that builds without being one-note. It comes together in minutes with a quick stir, and once it's sealed in a jar, you've got a reliable, flavor-packed blend ready to go for up to six months. Keep it on the counter and you'll find yourself reaching for it constantly.
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Combine the smoked paprika, sweet paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and white pepper in a small bowl and stir until evenly blended.
Transfer the seasoning blend to an airtight jar or container and seal tightly. Store at room temperature away from heat and light for up to 6 months.
