Cajun-Spiced Grilled Baby Chickens with Lemon Wedges

Grilled Baby Chicken Cajun Style

Description

This recipe, adapted from the RD Cookbook, brings the flavorful spice of Cajun cooking to tender baby chickens, turning them into a culinary delight. Passed down from my mum’s collection, this treasured recipe is now shared here for everyone to enjoy. It’s a delightful way to bring a touch of Cajun flair to your table, and while it takes some time to marinate, the actual cooking process is quick and straightforward.

Ingredients

• 4 baby chickens
• 2 lemons, cut into wedges
• 2 onions, finely chopped
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chickens: Begin by cutting each baby chicken along the backbone to remove the backbones, a technique known as spatchcocking. Lay each chicken flat on a hard surface and press down on the breastbone to flatten it out. Gently loosen the skin from the flesh, ensuring not to tear it from the breast to the thighs.

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2. Make the Cajun Stuffing: In a blender, combine the onions, garlic, chili powder, cumin powder, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Blend until you achieve a smooth puree. With the blender running on low, slowly stream in the vegetable oil until the mixture is well blended and smooth.

3. Stuff the Chickens: Carefully spread the Cajun stuffing mixture between the skin and flesh of each chicken, using about 1/4 of the mixture for each bird. Ensure the stuffing is evenly distributed, covering the entire surface.

4. Marinate: Transfer the stuffed chickens to a covered container or resealable plastic bag and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, up to 24 hours. This marinating step allows the flavors to infuse deeply into the meat.

5. Grill: Preheat your grill to a low heat setting. Place the marinated chickens on the grill and cook for approximately 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until the skin is crispy and the meat is cooked through.

6. Serve: Remove the chickens from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Garnish with lemon wedges and serve hot.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 763.4
• Fat: 67.6 g
• Saturated Fat: 18 g
• Cholesterol: 156.4 mg
• Sodium: 143.9 mg
• Carbohydrates: 9.4 g
• Fiber: 2.3 g
• Sugar: 4.1 g
• Protein: 29.2 g

Serving Suggestion

Pair this delicious Cajun-style grilled chicken with a fresh salad, some steamed vegetables, or a side of creamy coleslaw for a complete meal. The zesty flavors of the Cajun seasoning combined with the juicy, tender chicken are sure to be a hit at any meal gathering!

Enjoy your cooking adventure with this flavorful recipe, and savor the delicious blend of Cajun spices and tender grilled chicken.