Best Spicy Cajun Marinade Baste Recipes

CAJUN CHICKEN MARINADE

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Spicy and smoky, this Cajun chicken marinade is full of delicious flavor. It will become one of your favorite chicken breast recipes!

Provided by Nicole B.

Categories Main

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
2 small garlic cloves, (minced or pressed through a garlic press)
½ tablespoon smoked hot paprika*
½ teaspoon dried oregano
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon Hungarian paprika*
¼ teaspoon black pepper
8 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast, (pounded into even thickness)

Steps:

Whisk all marinade ingredients together in a bowl, then pour into a resealable plastic bag.
Add the chicken to the bag with the marinade and turn around to coat. Marinate in the fridge for 1 hour.
Take the chicken out of the marinade and grill until its internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. (about 5 minutes per side).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Protein 24.6 g, Fat 13.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Cholesterol 73 mg, Sodium 207 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0.3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CAJUN SPICED BBQ CHICKEN

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After several attempts at making a Cajun themed meal, I came up with this spicy marinade for chicken breasts. The flavors blend perfectly with chicken with just enough heat that isn't over-powering.

Provided by jasonr2112

Categories < 4 Hours

Time 3h25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 tablespoon cayenne
1 tablespoon paprika
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1/2 tablespoon oregano
1/2 tablespoon ground thyme
1/2 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup apple cider vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 boneless chicken breasts

Steps:

Combine all the ingredients in a bowl (except the chicken) and whisk until well blended. Reserve 1/4 cup of the marinade in a cup for basting.
Add the chicken to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 1/2 hours (shaking and flipping every 30 minutes).
Preheat the grill for medium/high heat.
Grill on a lightly oiled rack for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping and basting every 10 minutes.

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