Grilled Cajun Chicken Breast

Grilled Cajun Chicken Breast

🍗 Grilled Cajun Chicken Breast

Juicy, bold, and packed with flavour — this grilled Cajun chicken breast is a simple, high-protein meal perfect for busy weekdays or healthy meal prep. It’s lightly spiced, char-grilled, and pairs beautifully with salads, roasted vegetables, or rice.

Per Serving: ~173 kcal · Protein: 32g · Carbs: 1g · Fats: 4g

🛒 Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Cajun Spice Mix

  • 1½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste

🔥 Method

  1. Prepare the chicken:
    Pat chicken breasts dry and coat evenly with olive oil.
  2. Season:
    Mix all Cajun spices in a small bowl and rub generously over both sides of the chicken.
  3. Grill:
    Heat a grill pan or BBQ to medium-high. Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred.
  4. Rest & serve:
    Remove from heat and rest for 3–5 minutes before slicing.

💡 Serving Ideas

  • Slice over a fresh salad with lemon dressing
  • Serve with roasted vegetables or sweet potato
  • Meal-prep with rice and greens for the week

Simple ingredients. Big flavour. Easy consistency.

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