GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN
A shake of paprika, a dash of red pepper and dried herbs--it doesn't take much to give simple chicken kickin' Cajun flavor.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, combine all ingredients except oil and chicken breast halves; mix well. Brush oil over all sides of chicken. Sprinkle with seasoning mixture.
- When grill is heated, place chicken on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 10 to 12 minutes or until chicken is fork-tender and juices run clear, turning once.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1/4 of Recipe, Sodium 360 mg, Sugar 0 g
CAJUN CHICKEN THIGHS WITH ZESTY QUINOA
These Cajun Chicken Thighs with Zesty Quinoa are quick enough for a weeknight meal, and delicious enough for a dinner party or backyard BBQ. Made with a simple rub of Cajun seasoning and served on a bed of fluffy quinoa, they're smoky spicy flavours are perfectly balanced.
Provided by Elaine
Categories Entrée/Main
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine Cajun seasoning mix (my homemade mix is the best!) with olive oil and brush on both sides of the chicken thighs. You can let it marinate for an hour or more, or grill it immediately.
- Grill over medium-high heat until almost cooked through, then turn and continue cooking on the other side until done. The chicken pieces should reach an internal temperature of at least 165°F. when measured with a meat thermometer. It's sometimes hard to overcook chicken thighs, unlike chicken breasts which can become dry and stringy.
- Prefer to bake? Just follow the directions in #1 above, then arrange in a baking dish instead of grilling. Roast in the oven at 400° for about 20 minutes or until the thighs have reached an internal temperature of 165°F. when measured with an instant-read thermometer. If they are not ready, continue baking and checking the temperature every 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook the quinoa. Once cooked, transfer to a serving dish and top with Cajun Chicken Thighs. Garnish with fresh oregano, if desired.
- Measure 1 cup quinoa into a strainer. Rinse it under cool running water to remove the natural coating, called saponin, that can make quinoa taste soapy. Add the quinoa, zest of 1 lime, 1.5 cups of water and a pinch of salt to the pressure cooker bowl.Close and lock the lid. Press Manual, then use the + or - button and choose 1 minute pressure cooking time. When it beeps, use the 10-Minute Natural Release method to allow the quinoa to continue cooking in the residual steam and heat. Let the Instant Pot go into "Keep Warm" mode and set a household timer for 10 minutes. Then press Cancel and turn the steam release handle on the lid to the "Venting" position. Open the lid once the steam has been released. Add the juice of one lime and extra salt, if desired. Fluff with a fork.
- Measure 1 cup quinoa into a strainer. Rinse it under cool running water to remove the natural coating, called saponin, that can make quinoa taste soapy. Add the quinoa, zest of 1 lime, 1 3/4 cups of water and a pinch of salt to a medium saucepan.Cover and bring to a rolling boil. Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook, covered, for 15 minutes.Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand for 5 minutes, covered. Then stir in the juice of one lime and extra salt to taste. Fluff with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 kcal, Carbohydrate 15 g, Protein 47 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 215 mg, Sodium 209 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CAJUN GRILLED CHICKEN
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Low-Sodium Recipe
- 1. Neatly score each chicken breast on both sides with a sharp knife.
- 2. Mix together in large bowl, Mrs. Dash® Extra Spicy Seasoning Blend, brown sugar and lemon juice. Add the breasts and coat thoroughly. Let rest 5-10 minutes.
- 3. Heat a grill or cast iron grill plate. Spray with cooking spray.
- 4. Grill chicken breasts on each side, 6-8 minutes, or until fully-cooked. Put on plate, cover, and let rest 3-4 minutes. Spoon remaining juices over the top of each breast.
GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN THIGHS
Courtesy of Kikkoman.
Provided by Food Network Canada
Categories chicken,dinner,grill,Main
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Rinse chicken thighs under cold water, pat dry. Combine Kikkoman Low Sodium Soy Sauce, hot pepper sauce, garlic, onion powder, thyme and red pepper in a plastic zipper bag. Add chicken thighs.
- Close the bag and turn it to coat chicken. Marinate at least 30 minutes. Preheat grill to medium.
- Make drainage holes in sheets of Reynolds Wrap Non-Stick Foil with a large grilling fork. Place foil sheets with holes on grill rack with non-stick (dull) side towards food; immediately place chicken on foil. Grill chicken 5 minutes; turn. Continue grilling and turning every 5 minutes until chicken is tender and reaches 180⁰F, for about 30 minutes.
GRILLED BLACKENED CAJUN CHICKEN
This brined bird is full of flavor. Don't be scared if it blackens in some spots - that's the best part.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 8h20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Brine the chicken: Combine 4 cups water, 2/3 cup salt, and the brown sugar in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil and whisk until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. Turn off the heat and transfer to a bowl or pot large enough to submerge the chicken. Stir in 6 cups of ice water and let cool completely. Submerge the chicken in the cooled brine, cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or up to overnight.
- Take the chicken out of the fridge 30 minutes before cooking. Remove from the brine and pat dry completely.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high indirect heat: For gas grills (with 3 or more burners), turn all the burners to medium-high heat; after about 15 minutes turn off one of the middle burners. For charcoal grills, bank one chimney starter-full of lit and ashed-over charcoal briquettes to one side of the grill. Set up a drip pan on the other side to avoid flare-ups. (Be sure to consult the grill manufacturer's guide for best results.)
- Whisk together the paprika, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne, garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Brush the chicken all over with the melted butter, and then pat on all of the dry rub mixture.
- Grill the chicken: Place the chicken breast-side up on the indirect side of the grill, with the legs facing the hotter side of the grill. Cover and cook until an instant-read thermometer reads at least 165 degrees F in the thickest part of the thigh (avoiding the bone), 50 to 60 minutes. The chicken will be quite dark and blackened in spots.
- Remove from the grill and let rest on a cutting board for at least 20 minutes before carving.
5-INGREDIENT CAJUN-SPICED GRILLED CHICKEN
Syrupy barbecue sauces are tangy and delicious, but they often contain added sugar. Avoid all of those empty calories and get the balance your taste buds crave with Cajun seasoning and apple cider vinegar.
Provided by Michelle Dudash
Categories main-dish
Time P1DT15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Sprinkle the chicken on both sides with the Cajun seasoning. Place the chicken in a baking dish and drizzle with the vinegar and oil. Shake the pan gently to coat the chicken underneath. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for the best flavor.
- When you are ready to grill, move the chicken to the counter to take off the chill. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, about 400 degrees F.
- Lightly oil the grill and place the chicken on it, smooth-side down. Cook until grill marks appear and the chicken lifts up easily, about 4 minutes. Rotate the chicken by a 45-degree angle and cook to mark, about 3 minutes. Flip the chicken to the other side and cook until cooked through, about 2 minutes. Top with the parsley. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 170 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 94 milligrams, Sodium 250 milligrams, Carbohydrate 1 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 23 grams
GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN THIGHS
Steps:
- Rinse chicken thighs under cold water, pat dry. Combine Kikkoman Low Sodium Soy Sauce, hot pepper sauce, garlic, onion powder, thyme and red pepper in a plastic zipper bag. Add chicken thighs. Close the bag and turn it to coat chicken. Marinate at least 30 minutes. Preheat grill to medium. Make drainage holes in sheets of Reynolds Wrap Non-Stick Foil with a large grilling fork. Place foil sheets with holes on grill rack with non-stick (dull) side towards food; immediately place chicken on foil. Grill chicken 5 minutes; turn. Continue grilling and turning every 5 minutes until chicken is tender and reaches 180°F, for about 30 minutes.
EASY GRILLED CAJUN CHICKEN
I don't remember where I got this recipe. I love Cajun and I love chicken, so this recipe really piqued my interest. This super flavorful chicken recipe requires very little prep work. You can even add the spices to the chicken in the morning and let the chicken marinate in the fridge all day. then just come home, fire up the grill and -- voila! -- dinner is served. Prep time does not include marinating time.
Provided by Crafty Lady 13
Categories Chicken
Time 21m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine the dry spices in a small bowl. In a shallow glass dish (large enough to hold the chicken in a single layer), or a gallon size zip lock bag, place the lemon juice and oil. add half of the spice mix; stir to combine.
- Add the chicken breasts, turning to coat both sides. Marinate for 30 to 60 minutes at room temperature or at least 2 hours to overnight in the refrigerator, covered.
- Drain the chicken and sprinkle both sides with the remaining seasoning mix. Place the breasts on a hot grill with the thin ends away from the flames. Cook, turning once, until just cooked through, 3 to 8 minutes per side, depending on the heat intensity and the thickness of the meat.
CAJUN CHICKEN THIGHS
Make and share this Cajun Chicken Thighs recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Cajun
Time 30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Make the rub: in a small bowl, combine all the rub ingredients.
- Rinse chicken thighs under cold water; pat dry with paper towels.
- Coat chicken with the rub, then brush or spray with olive oil.
- Grill the thighs over Direct Medium heat until the meat is firm and the juices run clear, 8-10 minutes, turning once halfway through grilling time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.5, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 2.3, Cholesterol 189.7, Sodium 634.8, Carbohydrate 4.3, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 2.3, Protein 45.4
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