Cook Out Cajun Chicken: Price, Calories & Spice Level

By Cookout Menu Editorial Team · Last Updated: June 2026 · Prices shown as estimated ranges — Cook Out does not publish prices and they vary by location. Nutrition data sourced from Cook Out's official nutrition PDF.

Quick facts: Char-grilled $3.39 · Crispy spicy $3.39 · 410–490 cal · Medium heat

What Is Cook Out Cajun Chicken?

Cook Out's Cajun Chicken comes in two formats: Cajun Char-Grilled (a Cajun-seasoned chicken breast char-grilled and served on a bun) and Crispy Spicy Chicken Filet (hand-breaded with Cajun seasoning mixed into the breading, then fried). Both are $3.39. The char-grilled version is leaner; the crispy version is more intensely flavored.

Pricing

Cajun Char-Grilled Chicken — $3.39
Crispy Spicy Chicken Filet — $3.39
Crispy Spicy Chicken with Cheese — $3.79
As a Tray with 2 sides + drink — $4.99 total

Spice Level

On a scale where Nashville hot is 10 and a McChicken is 1, Cook Out's Cajun lands around a 5. There's real warmth from cayenne and paprika, but it's a balanced seasoning blend rather than a heat-bomb. Customers used to Carolina Reaper or Korean fried chicken-style spicy will find it mild. First-time spice eaters will find it adequately warm.

Nutrition

Cajun Char-Grilled: ~410 cal · 13g fat · 39g carbs · 34g protein · 1120mg sodium
Crispy Spicy: ~490 cal · 23g fat · 44g carbs · 28g protein · 1080mg sodium
Crispy Spicy w/ Cheese: ~550 cal · 28g fat · 45g carbs · 31g protein · 1240mg sodium

How It Compares

Popeye's Spicy Chicken Sandwich runs $4.99–$5.49 in 2026. Wendy's Spicy Chicken is $5.29+. Chick-fil-A's Spicy Deluxe is $6.45+. Cook Out's Crispy Spicy at $3.39 is the clear value pick. Quality-wise, it's not at Popeye's level on the crispy version, but the Cajun Char-Grilled is genuinely excellent and has no real competitor at this price.

Customization

Add cheese (+$0.40)
Add bacon for an off-menu Cajun Bacon Chicken
Order as a wrap instead of sandwich (Crispy Chicken Cajun Wrap, $1.79)
Pair with Cook Out Fries w/ Cheese for the "Cajun Cookout" tray build

Is It Worth It?

Yes — the Cajun Char-Grilled Chicken Tray is the move if you want a satisfying, lower-calorie Cook Out meal. The Crispy Spicy is what you order if you want indulgence. Both at $3.39 à la carte or $4.99 as a Tray are among the best values in fast food spicy chicken in 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is Cook Out Cajun Chicken?

Cajun Char-Grilled Chicken (sandwich) is $3.39. Crispy Spicy Chicken Filet is also $3.39 ($3.79 with cheese). As a Tray it's $4.99 total.

Is Cajun Chicken spicy?

Moderately. Cook Out's Cajun seasoning is a balanced blend of paprika, cayenne, garlic, and onion — flavorful with a real warm kick, but not punishing.

Is Cajun Chicken grilled or fried?

Both options exist: Cajun Char-Grilled (chicken breast char-grilled with Cajun seasoning) and Crispy Spicy (hand-breaded and fried with Cajun spice in the breading).

Is the Cajun Chicken sandwich healthy?

The char-grilled version is one of the leaner Cook Out mains: ~410 cal, 34g protein. The crispy fried version is heavier at ~490 cal.