Description
Blackened chicken is a flavor-packed dish that features a crispy, charred exterior and juicy interior. Perfect for summer grilling or cozy weeknight dinners, this recipe combines aromatic spices to create an irresistible meal that will impress your guests. Serve it alongside fresh salads or roasted veggies for a complete dining experience that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, mix smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken and rub the spice mixture onto both sides.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until a blackened crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 140mg