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Grilled chicken coated in Alabama white chicken sauce

Tangy & Creamy Grilled Alabama White Chicken

This recipe features tender grilled chicken breasts coated in a tangy and creamy Alabama white sauce, offering a unique and flavorful twist on traditional barbecue chicken.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 fillets
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • whisk
  • paper towels
  • grill
  • baking dish
  • oven

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for grilling

For the Alabama White Sauce

  • 1 cup mayonnaise full-fat works best for creaminess
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp prepared horseradish
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or more, if you like a kick
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • salt Pinch of
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey Optional: for a touch of sweetness

Instructions
 

Prepare the Alabama White Sauce

  • Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a medium bowl, then taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Set aside half of the sauce for serving and the other half for basting.

Prepare the Chicken

  • Pat chicken dry and season generously with salt and black pepper.
  • Optionally, marinate the chicken in a few tablespoons of white sauce for 30 minutes to 2 hours in the refrigerator.

Cook the Chicken (Grilling Method)

  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat (375-400°F / 190-200°C) and lightly brush grates with olive oil.
  • Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • During the last few minutes, brush both sides of the chicken with basting sauce until slightly caramelized and cooked through.

Cook the Chicken (Oven Method)

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
  • Bake seasoned chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Brush generously with basting sauce during the last 5 minutes of baking.

Serve

  • Let the cooked chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing or serving.
  • Drizzle generously with the remaining un-basted white sauce before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in a little white sauce before grilling. The optional brown sugar or honey in the sauce adds a subtle sweetness that balances the tanginess beautifully.