Grilled Cajun-Spiced Chicken with Creamy Southern Coleslaw

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-27 · Updated 2026-06-27

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Tender grilled chicken breast seasoned with bold Cajun spices paired with a refreshing creamy coleslaw featuring tangy buttermilk dressing. This Southern United States-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breasts, olive oil, Cajun seasoning for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Southern United States cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, about 6 oz each chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
3 cups, shredded green cabbage
1 cup, shredded carrots
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup buttermilk
2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp honey
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat, about 400°F. Brush 4 chicken breasts with 2 tbsp olive oil and rub evenly with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 2: While the chicken cooks, combine 3 cups shredded green cabbage and 1 cup shredded carrots in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3: In a separate small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup buttermilk, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until smooth and creamy.
Step 4: Pour the dressing over the cabbage and carrots mixture and toss thoroughly until all vegetables are coated and the slaw is creamy and fresh.
Step 5: Serve the grilled Cajun chicken alongside a generous scoop of Southern-style creamy coleslaw for a balanced, flavorful meal.