Blackened Chicken Breasts
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this bold and flavorful Blackened Chicken Breasts recipe! Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a smoky, homemade spice blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, dried herbs, and just the right kick of cayenne pepper, then seared to perfection in a sizzling skillet. The high-heat cooking method creates a beautifully charred crust while keeping the inside tender and moist. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for busy nights yet impressive enough for entertaining. Serve these spicy, perfectly blackened chicken breasts with steamed veggies, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a meal that's as wholesome as it is satisfying. Keywords: blackened chicken recipe, skillet chicken breast, quick and easy dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt. Mix well to create the spice rub.
Place the chicken breasts on a plate or cutting board. Pat them dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
Evenly coat each chicken breast on both sides with the spice rub, pressing gently to help the spices adhere.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of unsalted butter over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
Once the pan is hot, add the chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on the first side, undisturbed, to allow the spices to form a crust.
Flip the chicken breasts and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes on the second side.
Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken breasts from the skillet and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
Serve hot with your favorite side dishes, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or a crisp salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
379 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.9 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 163 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 616 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 54.4 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 38 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 505 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
