Description
Cajun Grilled Chicken Alabama is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that brings a taste of the South to your table. This mouthwatering recipe features juicy, marinated chicken breasts infused with a blend of Cajun spices, grilled to perfection for a smoky char. Perfect for summer cookouts or quick weeknight dinners, this dish is sure to impress friends and family alike. With its easy preparation and crowd-pleasing flavors, you’ll want to make it time and time again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Place chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over chicken and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove chicken from marinade and grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 46 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg