GAS GRILL CAJUN CHICKEN


GAS GRILL CAJUN CHICKEN

Ingredients (Serves 4)

  • 4 boneless chicken breasts (or thighs for juicier result)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp dried thyme

  • ½ tsp dried oregano

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

  • ¼–½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for more heat)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken

  • Pat chicken dry.

  • Pound the thick parts gently so pieces cook evenly.

2. Make the Cajun Marinade

In a bowl, mix:

  • Olive oil

  • Lemon juice

  • Cajun seasoning

  • Paprika, garlic powder, onion powder

  • Thyme, oregano

  • Black pepper, salt

  • Cayenne (optional)

Rub the mixture all over the chicken.
Marinate 20 minutes to 4 hours for deeper flavor.

3. Preheat the Gas Grill

  • Heat to medium-high (400°F / 200°C).

  • Lightly oil the grates so the chicken doesn't stick.

4. Grill the Chicken

  • Place chicken on the grill.

  • Cook 6–7 minutes per side for breasts (or 7–8 for thighs).

  • Flip only once for best grill marks.

  • Internal temp should reach 165°F (74°C).

5. Rest & Serve

  • Let chicken rest 5 minutes before slicing.

  • Optional squeeze of lemon or drizzle of melted butter on top.

Serving Ideas

  • With Cajun rice

  • Over a fresh salad

  • In sandwiches, wraps, or tacos

  • With grilled corn and potatoes


ANOTHER RECIPES

A great gas grill recipe to try !
INGREDIENTS
  • 4 (6 oz.) boned, skinned chicken breasts
  • Chef Hans blackened meat seasoning (available at Alexander's Market)
  • 1/4 c. olive oil
  • 8 inch cast iron pan
  • Charcoal or gas grill
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat pan over gas grill until very hot, at least 10 minutes. 
DON'T WORRY ABOUT OVERHEATING THE PAN! 
The hotter the better! Pour oil in a dinner plate. Dip both sides of chicken breasts in oil and sprinkle Chef Hans Seasoning on one side.

Transfer chicken to hot pan, seasoned side down.
 At this point, you may sprinkle unseasoned side of Chef Hans Seasoning, if you prefer spicier. 
Cook 2 minutes on each side, then remove pan from grill. 
Place chicken on grill and finish cooking. 

Use mitts when handling pan being careful not to spill hot oil on grill. 
Goes well with potato salad, tossed salad, macaroni salad or any other cook out salad. 
Can substitute steak, pork, turkey, swordfish, salmon, tuna, monkfish or bluefish with excellent results. The gas grill recipe of cajun chicken is ready to serve...!!
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