Description
Cajun Grilled Chicken with Alabama White Sauce is a flavorful dish featuring marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with a creamy, tangy white sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and coat them generously with the spice mixture. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the chicken.
- Let the chicken marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the grilled chicken with the Alabama white sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spiciness of the chicken and sauce.
- Letting the chicken marinate enhances the flavor.
- Alabama white sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg