Description
A flavorful Cajun Grilled Chicken recipe paired with tangy and creamy Alabama White Sauce. The chicken is seasoned with a spicy Cajun blend and grilled to juicy perfection, then topped with a zesty, mayonnaise-based sauce featuring apple cider vinegar, horseradish, and a hint of cayenne pepper. This dish offers a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and tangy flavors, ideal for a quick and delicious summer meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Alabama White Sauce:
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon horseradish
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to ensure it is hot enough for perfect searing and cooking of the chicken breasts.
- Season Chicken: In a bowl, coat the chicken breasts evenly with olive oil, then sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure all sides are covered.
- Marinate Chicken: Let the chicken rest to absorb the Cajun seasoning flavors while you prepare the sauce, allowing the spices to penetrate the meat.
- Prepare Alabama White Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, horseradish, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and sugar until the mixture is smooth and fully combined. Set aside.
- Grill Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the preheated grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), indicating it is fully cooked.
- Rest Chicken: Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Resting helps the juices redistribute, resulting in tender and juicy meat.
- Serve: Serve the grilled Cajun chicken breasts drizzled generously with the Alabama White Sauce for a delicious, tangy finish.
Notes
- For best results, use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is perfectly cooked to 165°F (75°C).
- Adjust cayenne pepper in the sauce according to your preferred spice level.
- This recipe is great for outdoor grilling but can be adapted to stovetop grilling pans if a grill is not available.
- Leftover Alabama White Sauce can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Pair this dish with grilled vegetables or a fresh green salad for a balanced meal.