By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 4
81 cal · 35 min
Cajun and Buttermilk Marinated Grilled Chicken
Recipe GLPRe41ed83dd47156
Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts infused with bold Cajun flavors, marinated in tangy buttermilk and aromatic garlic, then grilled to juicy perfection. A quick, protein-packed main course ready in just 35 minutes.
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Ingredients
½ cup buttermilk
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Cajun or blackening seasoning, salt-free
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Directions
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, minced garlic, and Cajun seasoning until well combined.
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with kosher salt and black pepper.
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the buttermilk mixture over them, turning to coat evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor).
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grates to prevent sticking.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Discard any remaining marinade.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for 6–8 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F at the thickest part of the meat.
Transfer the grilled chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 3–5 minutes before serving.
Comments
This recipe avoids special trips—buttermilk, garlic, Cajun seasoning, and chicken breast are stocked at every major Charlotte chain, including ALDI and Walmart—and the cost per serving lands around $3 to $4 depending on chicken price, which is solid for a protein main. The stated 35 minutes is realistic if you marinate while the grill preheats, though true flavor develops with 2–4 hours; a weeknight cook could do 30 minutes and get decent results, but should know that's a compromise. The dish reheats reasonably well on a skillet or in the oven, making it friendly for leftovers, and Cajun seasoning is a natural fit for North Carolina tastes, though the recipe is straightforward enough that it won't surprise anyone who has grilled chicken before.
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