Blackened Chicken Sandwich With Cajun Slaw Recipe

Name: Blackened Chicken Sandwich With Cajun Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 chicken cutlets, cut in half lengthwise and pounded thin; 4 kaiser rolls; 1/4 cup butter, melted (divided); For the blackening rub; 1/2 tablespoon paprika; 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper; 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon celery seed; For the slaw; 1/4 head green cabbage, thinly sliced; 1/4 green bell peppers or 1/4 red bell pepper, thin julienne sliced; 1/4 sweet onion, thin julienne sliced; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon blackening seasoning; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/4 teaspoon celery seed

Servings: persons

4 chicken cutlets, cut in half lengthwise and pounded thin
4 kaiser rolls
1/4 cup butter, melted (divided)
For the blackening rub
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
For the slaw
1/4 head green cabbage, thinly sliced
1/4 green bell peppers or 1/4 red bell pepper, thin julienne sliced
1/4 sweet onion, thin julienne sliced
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1 teaspoon blackening seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/4 teaspoon celery seed

1
Mix the dry rub ingredients together.
2
To make the slaw: Put the cabbage, bell pepper and onion in a bowl. Whisk the remaining ingredients together, pour over the veggies and toss to coat. Add a little of the dressing at a time until you get the consistency wanted. Can make ahead and refrigerate it for 2-3 hours before eating.
3
Preheat a grill with a cast iron skillet or griddle plate to 450 degrees. (May, also, be cooked in cast iron using a burner.).
4
Brush buns lightly with butter and toast until browned, about 15-30 seconds; set aside.
5
Drizzle just enough of the melted butter (about 1 tablespoon) over the chicken breasts to lightly coat. Season with 1/2 of the dry rub. It should be pretty thick to form a 'crust'.
6
Ladle a few tablespoons of the butter onto the hot griddle and place the cutlets onto the griddle seasoned side down. (Note: The butter may smoke a LOT. That's why it's cooked outside, just don't spill butter on the flames or it will flame up.) Cook until the edges of the cutlets start to turn white, about 3-5 minutes.
7
Ladle the remaining butter over the chicken and season with the remaining dry rub. Flip and cook until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 155-160 degrees, about 3-5 minutes.
8
Remove chicken and serve on toasted buns with the slaw.

387

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 chicken cutlets, cut in half lengthwise and pounded thin, 4 kaiser rolls, 1/4 cup butter, melted (divided), For the blackening rub, and more.

Yes, Blackened Chicken Sandwich With Cajun Slaw falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blackened Chicken Sandwich With Cajun Slaw

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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