Description
Blackened chicken is a flavor-packed dish that transforms ordinary chicken breasts into a culinary masterpiece. With a perfectly charred exterior and a medley of spices, each bite offers a delightful explosion of taste. Ideal for summer barbecues or cozy meals at home, this easy-to-make recipe will impress your family and friends alike. Get ready to elevate your dinner experience with this succulent blackened chicken!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
- Pat each chicken breast dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub the spice mixture thoroughly into each piece.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the hot skillet and sear without moving for 6-7 minutes until a crust forms.
- Flip the chicken and cook for another 6-7 minutes until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Remove from heat and let rest briefly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg