Grilled Cajun Lime Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
25 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
262 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Grilled Cajun Lime Chicken
Description
This recipe begins by coating chicken pieces in lime juice, which tenderizes the meat and imparts freshness. A Cajun seasoning mixture composed of salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, onion salt, cayenne, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes is generously rubbed over the chicken, giving it a robust, spicy flavor. The chicken is then cooked over a medium-high grill until fully cooked, creating slightly charred edges and a moist interior.
The balance of heat from the spices and acidity from the lime juice produces a bright and flavorful profile. Serving with extra lime wedges allows diners to add additional citrus notes as desired. Fresh cilantro garnish is an optional addition that can contribute herbal brightness.
To reduce the spice level, omit the crushed red pepper flakes from the seasoning.
Ingredients
- 4-6 chicken thigh if using chicken breasts be sure to pound chicken to an even thickness, or boneless skinless chicken breasts
- lime juice plus additional lime wedges for serving, juice of 3 limes
Cajun Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion salt
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon oregano you can substitute Italian seasoning, dried
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Grease and preheat grill to medium-high. In a small bowl whisk together all spices. Fill a small bowl with the lime juice.
- Dip chicken in the lime juice, flipping to coat all sides. Sprinkle seasoning mix over all of the chicken being sure to coat all sides.
- Grill chicken for 6-10 minutes on each side until cooked through. Serve with lime wedges and freshly chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Omitting crushed red pepper flakes will reduce the spiciness if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 262kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 1137mg | 47% |
| Potassium | 860mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 268IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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