Ingredients for Easy Grilled Cajun Chicken
- Salt
- Cayenne Pepper
- Paprika
- White Pepper
- Black Pepper
- Oregano
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Vegetable Oil
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
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How to Make Easy Grilled Cajun Chicken
- In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference), 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- In a shallow glass dish or gallon-sized zip-top bag, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil and the juice of 1 lemon.
- Add half of the spice mixture to the lemon-oil mixture.
- Stir to combine.
- Add 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total), turning to coat both sides evenly.
- Marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature or 2-4 hours in the refrigerator (or overnight for best results).
- Remove chicken from marinade, reserving marinade. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with the remaining spice mixture.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Place chicken breasts on the hot grill, ensuring the thinner ends are away from the direct flames.
- Grill for 3-8 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C), flipping only once. Baste occasionally with the reserved marinade during the last few minutes of grilling for extra flavor.
- Remove from grill and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
29 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
12g
Carbs
1g
