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Cajun Grilled Chicken With Alabama White Sauce Recipe

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This Cajun Grilled Chicken With Alabama White Sauce recipe brings together spicy, smoky Cajun-seasoned chicken and a tangy, creamy Alabama white barbecue sauce. Perfect for summer grilling or a Southern-style dinner, this dish is bursting with flavor and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

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For the Cajun Grilled Chicken:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp paprika

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Juice of 1/2 lemon

For the Alabama White Sauce:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

  • 1 tbsp horseradish (prepared)

  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp onion powder

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

  2. In a bowl, mix olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.

  3. Coat chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.

  4. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  5. Meanwhile, prepare the Alabama white sauce by whisking all sauce ingredients in a bowl until smooth.

  6. Remove chicken from grill, let rest 5 minutes.

  7. Serve grilled chicken drizzled with or dipped in the Alabama white sauce.

Notes

  • You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for juicier results.

  • Sauce can be made in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

  • Add cayenne pepper to the seasoning for extra heat.

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