Grilled Cajun-Spiced Chicken with Smoky Corn and Black Bean Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-30 · Updated 2026-04-30

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Juicy grilled chicken breasts seasoned with bold Cajun spices served alongside a smoky charred corn and black bean salad, perfect for a summer cookout. This American-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs boneless skinless 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 350 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: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

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

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). In a small bowl, mix together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create a marinade.
Step 2: Brush 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly with the marinade and let rest for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Step 3: While the chicken marinates, grill 2 cups fresh corn kernels in a grill basket over direct heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly charred.
Step 4: Remove corn from grill and combine in a bowl with 1 cup drained black beans, 1 diced red bell pepper, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin. Toss gently to mix.
Step 5: Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
Step 6: Serve grilled Cajun-spiced chicken breasts with a generous scoop of smoky corn and black bean salad.