Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich with step-by-step photos and a video recipe. It is made with tender chicken breasts spiced with cajun seasoning and grilled to perfection. Stuffed inside a soft toasted bun with cheese, mayo, lettuce, onion, and tomatoes. A quick and easy dinner perfect for busy weekdays.
These grilled chicken sandwiches are perfect for summer. Season the chicken with cajun spice mix, grill the chicken, top it with summer fresh veggies, and stuff it inside a toasted bun. It is a complete meal in itself.
Each bite of this chicken sandwich is loaded with soft juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, mayo, soft melting cheese, and lovely cajun flavors. Love cajun recipes? You may also like our Cajun Chicken and Rice and Cajun Chicken Pasta.
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About this recipe
In this recipe post, I am sharing how to make a grilled cajun chicken sandwich. It also includes the recipe for homemade Cajun seasoning. You can make this seasoning with simple pantry ingredients in just 5 minutes.
The grilled chicken is crisp outside, soft and juicy inside, with a smoky flavor. The onions, tomatoes, and lettuce add freshness and crunch to the sandwich, making it a perfect summer grilled sandwich recipe.
In addition to this, the combination of mayonnaise and cheese gives perfect creaminess to the sandwich.
Do try this amazing Cajun chicken sandwich recipe. I can assure you that this is one of the best-grilled chicken sandwiches that I shared on this website.
Why You Need This Recipe
- Quick & easy to make -This chicken sandwich is made with simple pantry ingredients. All the ingredients are easily available in your kitchen pantry.
- Easy to customize – see the ingredient list below for alternative ingredients. You can add or skip the ingredients as per your taste and availability.
- Cajun Seasoning – you can use store-bought. In this recipe, I have shown how to make Cajun seasoning at home. All the ingredients to make this seasoning are easily available in your kitchen and it takes only 5 minutes to make it.
- Balanced flavor – This recipe is moderately spicy. You can adjust the spiciness as per your taste by increasing or decreasing the cayenne pepper. This is a dish that your whole family can enjoy including the kids.
Cajun Chicken Sandwich Ingredients
For Cajun Seasoning
You can use store-bought Cajun seasoning. I have shared the recipe to make it easily at home. Ingredients to make cajun seasoning are:
- Paprika
- Ground black pepper
- Italian seasoning – If you do not have Italian seasoning then add 1 tbsp dried oregano and 1/2 tbsp dried thyme.
- Salt
- Cayenne pepper – You can substitute it with any spicy red chili powder. Skip if you do not prefer spicy dishes.
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
For Cajun Chicken Marinade
- Chicken – I have used boneless skinless chicken breast. You can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs.
- Olive oil – Or use vegetable oil.
- Lime Juice – Substitute it with vinegar.
For Cajun Sandwich
- Sandwich bread/ hamburger buns – You can use any sandwich bun.
- Onion – I have used red onion for assembling this chicken sandwich. Substitute it with white onion or skip it if you do not have them.
- Mayonnaise – I have used veg mayonnaise. Substitute it with egg mayo, garlic mayo, or any other flavored mayo.
- Tomato sauce – I have used spicy tomato sauce here. It gives a spicy kick and tangy flavor. If you prefer less spicy, use regular tomato ketchup. Or skip it completely.
- Fresh Tomato
- Fresh lettuce leaves
- Butter (For toasting the buns) – You can substitute it with olive oil. Or use mayonnaise for toasting the buns.
- Cheese Slices – I have used processed cheese slices. You can use any soft cheese. Or skip it.
For the detailed list of ingredients & their measurements, please check out the recipe card below.
Cooking tips
- Pound the chicken breast or slice it into half. This helps the chicken breast to cook evenly.
- Marinate the chicken for 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator. It tenderizes the chicken and the seasoning enhances the flavor of the chicken. It will also keep the chicken moist while you grill it. However, if short of time, you can marinate for 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken – Heat the grill pan on medium-high heat. When the pan is hot enough, place the chicken in it. The heat will seal the outer surface of the chicken and lock the juices of the chicken inside. That makes the chicken crispy outside, and soft and juicy inside.
- Cook the chicken – Make sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through. You can make a small cut in the middle to check that it is no longer pink in the middle. It should be white or opaque in the middle. Or cook until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Cook the chicken until char marks appear on it. It will give a nice smoky flavor to the chicken.
- Give at least 10 minutes of resting time to the chicken, once it is cooked.
- To adjust the spiciness of Cajun seasoning, reduce the quantity of cayenne pepper in the seasoning.
How to make Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich (Step-by-step photos)
Preparations
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients mentioned under cajun seasoning. Keep it aside.
- To prepare the mayo spread – Combine mayonnaise and tomato sauce in a small bowl. Keep it in the refrigerator.
- Pound the chicken breast with a rolling pin for even thickness. Remove and set it aside. Repeat the process with other chicken breasts.
- In another mixing bowl, combine 2 tbsp of cajun seasoning, oil, and lime juice. Marinate the chicken breast with it. Cover and keep it in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight.
- Take out the chicken from the refrigerator and keep it on the kitchen counter. Let it come to room temperature.
Making Cajun Chicken Sandwich
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- When the pan is hot enough, place the chicken breast over it. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side until char marks appear. Flip and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. (If using a food thermometer, the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.)
- Add a cheese slice on top of it at the last minute of cooking. Remove it on a plate. Same way, cook the other two chicken breasts.
- Toast the bun or the bread. Apply a tsp of butter to a heated pan. Toast the bun for a minute or until they are crisp and golden. Remove from heat.
- Assembling the Cajun chicken sandwich – Over the base bun, apply mayo spread. Top with lettuce, grilled Cajun chicken with cheese, and onion slices. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the onion slices (optional).
- Next, place tomato slices. Apply mayo on the top bun and cover the sandwich.
- The grilled Cajun chicken sandwich is ready to serve!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use Chicken Thighs?
Yes, you can but the cooking time will be longer. Cook to an internal temperature of 170˚-175˚F (6 to 8 minutes per side)
Is Cajun spicy or hot?
Cajun is moderately spicy. However, if you are making Cajun seasoning at home you can always adjust the spiciness by reducing the quantity of cayenne in it.
Which cheese goes well with the chicken sandwich?
Any soft cheese goes well with a chicken sandwich like Havarti, Cheddar, Monterey, Colby Jack Cheese, Gruyere, Fontina, Provolone, or Swiss Cheese.
What to serve with this chicken sandwich?
You can serve it with salad, salsa, coleslaw, chips, or French fries.
Storage suggestions
- Store the chicken within 2 hours of cooking. Let the grilled chicken cool down completely. Transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate. Stays good for 2 days.
- For a longer shelf life freeze it. It stays good for a month. Thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, reheat, and serve.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve it with any
- Salad like Greek Yogurt Coleslaw, Creamy Macaroni Salad, Creamy Corn Salad, or Grilled Corn Salad
- Salsa – Corn Salsa or Mango Salsa
- Greek Yogurt Coleslaw
- Grilled veggies
- Roasted potato wedges
- Chips
Variations that you can try
- Make it dairy free – Skip cheese.
- Make it healthy – Replace Mayo with avocado. Mash the avocado, and season with salt & pepper.
- Add some crispy fried bacon to it.
- Add any vegetables of your choice.
More chicken sandwich recipes that you’ll love
- Chicken Mayo Sandwich
- Chicken Fajita Sandwich
- Shredded Chicken Sandwich
- Chicken Club Sandwich
- Tandoori Chicken Sandwich
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Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich (step by step photos + recipe video)
Grilled Cajun Chicken Sandwich made with grilled Cajun chicken, cheese, mayo, lettuce, onion and tomatoes, stuffed inside a soft toasted bun. This chicken sandwich is a complete meal in itself. Each bite of this sandwich is loaded with yummy blast of flavors.
Servings 4 sandwich
Calories 412kcal
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 Grill pan
Ingredients
Cajun Chicken Marinade
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (130 gram, each)
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning (recipe is given below)
- 2 tbsp oil
- 2 tbsp lime juice
For Cajun Seasoning
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp ground black pepper
- 1.5 tbsp Italian seasoning (or use 1 tbsp dried oregano and 1 tbsp dried thyme)
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
To grill Cajun chicken breast
- 1 tbsp oil
For Mayo spread
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp tomato sauce (optional) substitute tomato ketchup
To make Cajun sandwich
- 8 tomato slices
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 8 onion slices
- salt & pepper to taste
- 4 cheese slices (optional) optional
Instructions
Preparations
- In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients mentioned under cajun seasoning. Keep it aside.
- To prepare the mayo spread – Combine mayonnaise and tomato sauce in a small bowl. Keep it in the refrigerator.
- Pound the chicken breast with a rolling pin for even thickness. Remove and set it aside. Repeat the process with other chicken breasts.
- In another mixing bowl, combine 2 tbsp of cajun seasoning, oil, and lime juice. Marinate the chicken breast with it. Cover and keep it in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight.
- Take out the chicken from the refrigerator and keep it on the kitchen counter. Let it come to room temperature.
Making Cajun Chicken Sandwich
- Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- When the pan is hot enough, place the chicken breast over it. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side until char marks appear. Flip and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the chicken is cooked. (If using a food thermometer, the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.)
- Add a cheese slice on top of it at the last minute of cooking. Remove it on a plate. Same way, cook the other two chicken breasts.
- Toast the bun or the bread. Apply a tsp of butter to a heated pan. Toast the bun for a minute or until they are crisp and golden. Remove from heat.
- Assembling the Cajun chicken sandwich – Over the base bun, apply mayo spread. Top with lettuce, grilled Cajun chicken with cheese, and onion slices. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the onion slices (optional).
- Next, place tomato slices. Apply mayo on the top bun and cover the sandwich.
- The grilled chicken sandwich is ready to serve!
Video
Notes
- Pound the chicken breast or slice it into half. This helps the chicken breast to cook evenly.
- Marinate the chicken for 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator. It tenderizes the chicken and the seasoning enhances the flavor of the chicken. It will also keep the chicken moist while you grill it. However, if short of time, you can marinate for 30 minutes.
- Grill the chicken – Heat the grill pan on medium-high heat. When the pan is hot enough, place the chicken in it. The heat will seal the outer surface of the chicken and lock the juices of the chicken inside. That makes the chicken crispy outside, and soft and juicy inside.
- Cook the chicken – Make sure to cook the chicken until it is cooked through. You can make a small cut in the middle to check that it is no longer pink in the middle. It should be white or opaque in the middle. Or cook until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
- Cook the chicken until char marks appear on it. It will give a nice smoky flavor to the chicken.
- Give at least 10 minutes of resting time to the chicken, once it is cooked.
- To adjust the spiciness of Cajun seasoning, reduce the quantity of cayenne pepper in the seasoning.
Mouth watering,,