Cajun Chicken Sandwiches
Spice up your lunch game with these irresistible Cajun Chicken Sandwiches! Featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts coated in bold Cajun spices, this recipe packs a flavorful punch in every bite. Toasted sandwich buns are slathered with a zesty homemade sauce made from mayonnaise, hot sauce, lemon juice, and garlic powder, adding just the right kick of tangy heat. Topped with crisp lettuce and fresh slices of tomato, these sandwiches offer a satisfying balance of textures. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make sandwiches are perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings. Serve them warm with your favorite sides like fries, coleslaw, or a crisp salad for a mouthwatering meal that everyone will rave about.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 3 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.5 cups Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 2 pieces Tomatoes (sliced)
- 4 pieces Sandwich buns
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Rub both sides of each chicken breast with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet.
Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, hot sauce, lemon juice, and garlic powder to create the zesty sauce. Mix well and set aside.
Lightly butter the sandwich buns and toast them in a dry skillet or under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
Assemble the sandwiches by spreading the zesty sauce generously on each half of the bun. Layer the bottom bun with a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and a cooked chicken breast. Add the top bun to complete the sandwich.
Serve the sandwiches warm with your favorite side, such as fries, coleslaw, or a salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3016 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.9 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.9 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 9168 mg | 399% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.5 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 230.9 g | 462% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 263 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 12.2 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2563 mg | 55% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
