Description
Cajun Dirty Loaded Fries bring a delightful twist to classic fries, topped with savory ingredients for a spicy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes (or frozen fries for convenience)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (like cheddar or pepper jack)
- ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- ½ pound ground chicken or turkey (or beef or lamb, depending on preference)
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped
- ½ cup jalapeños, sliced (fresh or pickled)
- Cooking oil (for frying or roasting)
- Optional: beef bacon, turkey bacon, or chicken bacon, cooked and chopped
- Optional: hot sauce, for an extra kick
Instructions
- Start by preparing the potatoes. If using russet potatoes, wash and peel them. Cut them into fries, about ¼ to ½ inch thick. Soak the cut fries in cold water for about 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). If you’re aiming for a healthier version, preheat your oven instead and spread the soaked fries onto a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt, tossing to coat evenly.
- If frying, add the prepared fries in batches and cook until they turn golden and crispy, usually about 5-6 minutes per batch. For the oven, bake according to package instructions or until crispy, turning occasionally for even cooking.
- While the fries are cooking, take a skillet and cook the ground chicken with the Cajun seasoning over medium heat. Stir it occasionally until fully cooked and browned, about 8-10 minutes.
- Once your fries are ready, assemble them on a large platter or individual plates. Start with a layer of fries, then evenly distribute the cooked ground chicken.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously over the top. For that gooey goodness, pop the assembled fries under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Finish off your creation! Top with sour cream, chopped green onions, and jalapeños. If you’re feeling adventurous, add crumbled bacon and a drizzle of hot sauce for an extra kick.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 60mg