Blackened Chicken
Blackened chicken is a bold and flavorful dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. With its smoky, spicy crust and juicy interior, this recipe transforms simple chicken breasts into a culinary masterpiece. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, it pairs beautifully with a variety of sides. Follow these straightforward steps to impress family and friends with your cooking skills.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
- In a bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub olive oil over each chicken breast and generously coat both sides with the spice mix.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the hot skillet and sear for 5-7 minutes on each side until blackened and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove from heat and let rest for about 5 minutes before slicing or serving whole.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 6 oz)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 140mg