Description
Blackened chicken is a flavor-packed dish that combines crispy edges with juicy, tender meat, infused with a smoky spice blend. This easy-to-make recipe not only impresses at dinner parties but also serves as a versatile option for salads, wraps, or meal prep. With its bold flavors and vibrant colors, blackened chicken will elevate any meal and keep your taste buds dancing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, onion powder, and oregano.
- Coat each chicken breast with olive oil and then rub the spice mixture evenly on both sides.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the skillet and sear for about 5-7 minutes per side until blackened and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 660mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 140mg