Easy Grilled Cajun Chicken

Total Time: 21 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 16 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (i use more because i like a lot of garlic)
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

Recipe

• 1 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.
• 2 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.
• 3 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.