Description
Indulge in the smoky, savory delight of blackened chicken, bursting with a perfect blend of spices that keeps every bite juicy and flavorful. This dish is not only visually stunning but also versatile enough for salads, sandwiches, or as a main course. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, this recipe will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over each chicken breast and coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for about 5-6 minutes on each side until charred.
- Transfer the chicken to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg