Summers are perfect for firing up the grill and this recipe for Louisiana Cajun Chicken works just perfect for a Barbeque on the deck or even your stove top.This Cajun Chicken took center stage at dinner last week and got served up with a nice side of slaw and some Sriracha sauce to kick up the heat.
The dark or charred look literally refers to a fabulous blend of spices that originated in Louisiana and traditionally grilled on a cast iron skillet where the chicken is seared under high heat.
Under high temperatures the spices darken and give this wonderful effect! The Cajun style of cooking uses many spices that makes their cuisine unbearably spicy and hot especially with the addition of pepper and liberal doses of chilli and paprika. Simple pantry essential spices and this could be dinner ready in less than 30 minutes!
Go ahead and jazz up your weekday dinner with this easy to follow recipe along with make from scratch Cajun spice mix.This epic recipe is sure to take your grilling skills to the next level and turn your dinner into one to remember.
Bring on Summer Grilling!
Ingredients:
- 4 Chicken Breasts (washed and patted dry)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoon plus Oil (for basting)
Directions:
- Mix all the above spices in a bowl and rub over the chicken breasts.
- Let the chicken rest for 15 minutes.
- In the meantime heat a heavy cast iron grill pan.
- Lightly season the pan with some oil.
- Now place the chicken breasts on the hot grill pan.
- First sear each side on high heat for 3 minutes on each side and then on medium heat for about 7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is cooked and no longer pink on the inside
- Serve with a side of Slaw and Sriracha sauce.
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Cayenne is such a tasty way to add kick. 🍃🌶
Hey Yes Gail…its sure gave the spice rub some added zing.
I can smell the wonderful aroma coming from the photo! 🙂
Aww thanks Ronit! Yes the aroma of cajun spices is indeed amazing…easy one here and stove top pan grilled too..Hope you are well!
I see you like to grill too – must try your chicken with cajun seasoning – a favorite 🙂
Thanks Judi…yes love grilling and of late try and do it on between the stove top and oven as not yet barbequing in the parks outdoors;)
This chicken looks and sounds so delicious!
Thanks Nancy…its sure was:))
That chicken looks amazing. The kick from the spices is a great way to liven up a plain old chicken breast. Have to try this.
Thanks Margaret…yes indeed the spices kick up the flavours in this chicken…hope you will give it a try..
Your photo alone makes me want to try the chicken…it looks terrific!
Hey thanks Karen…yes it turns out great and the spice rub gives an extra zing to the chicken…do try it out sometime..
Sounds delicious! Will definitely add these on my lists.
Thanks leif…yes its super delicious and easy to make.I do hope you will make this recipe…
Looks delicious love the spice combination
Thanks Sadia! Yes indeed the spices lend a wonderful colour to this cajun chicken!! Thanks for stopping by:))
That’s one delicious looking recipe, and I really like your picture – the colours look so vibrant.
Thanks so much Ginni..glad you liked this recipe..Have a great day!
This is a fabulous summer grilling recipe! I like to pair it up with cool coleslaw. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Sharon! Yes pairs well with a cole slaw..Have a great day! Cheers
So delicious! I love making my own spice mixes and this one makes the cut. Fresh, bold and works great!
Absolutely Sabrina..nothing beats the flavours of fresh spices!! Have a great day and thanks for stopping by:))
YUM! I can tell this chicken has a nice heat kick to it…just how we like it in this house.
Yes Bernice the pepper and paprika sure do crank up the heat in this grilled Chicken!