Description
This Cajun Grilled Chicken with Alabama White Sauce is a flavorful and juicy grilled chicken breast seasoned with spicy Cajun spices and topped with a tangy, creamy Alabama White Sauce. Perfect for summer barbecues or a hearty weeknight dinner, this dish combines bold southern flavors with a creamy, zesty dressing that enhances the smoky grilled chicken.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 pounds total)
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Alabama White Sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
Instructions
- Prepare the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, or heat a grill pan over medium-high on the stove to ensure it’s ready for cooking the chicken.
- Season the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine the Cajun seasoning, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly all over the chicken breasts until fully coated for a flavorful base.
- Grill the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the hot grill. Cook for about 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
- Make the Alabama White Sauce: While the chicken is grilling, stir together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a bowl until the sauce is smooth and well blended.
- Rest the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes. This resting period allows the juices to redistribute, keeping the meat moist and tender.
- Serve: Slice the rested chicken breasts and drizzle generously with the Alabama White Sauce, or serve the sauce on the side for dipping. Enjoy your flavorful Cajun grilled chicken!
Notes
- For extra heat, increase or omit the optional cayenne pepper in the sauce.
- If you don’t have a grill, a grill pan or broiler can be used as an alternative cooking method.
- Resting the chicken is crucial to maintain juiciness and tenderness.
- The Alabama White Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your spice preference, especially the Cajun seasoning blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Cajun grilled chicken, Alabama white sauce, grilled chicken recipe, southern barbecue, spicy chicken, creamy sauce
