Grilled Cajun-Spiced Chicken with Smoky Black Bean Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-21 · Updated 2026-07-21

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts rubbed with Cajun spices served alongside a smoky black bean salad bursting with southwestern flavors. This Latin American-inspired barbecue 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 Latin American cuisine 380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 pieces, about 6 oz each chicken breasts
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 can (15 oz) black beans, canned and drained
1 cup roasted corn kernels
1 medium, diced red bell pepper
1/4 cup, finely chopped red onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
to taste salt
to taste black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Rub 4 chicken breasts with 3 tbsp olive oil and evenly coat with 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning. Let rest 10 minutes.
Step 2: While chicken rests, combine 1 can (15 oz) drained black beans, 1 cup roasted corn kernels, 1 diced medium red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro in a bowl. Stir in 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to taste. Mix gently.
Step 3: Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear, with nice grill marks and slightly charred edges.
Step 4: Remove chicken from grill and let rest 5 minutes. Serve each breast topped or alongside the smoky black bean salad for a vibrant and hearty meal.