Quick and Easy Blackened Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinners with this flavorful and fuss-free recipe for Quick and Easy Blackened Chicken! Bursting with bold spices like paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper, this protein-packed dish features juicy, well-seasoned chicken seared to perfection in just 10 minutes. Perfect for busy evenings, this recipe uses a simple homemade spice mix to create a beautifully charred crust in a hot skillet, delivering restaurant-quality results right in your kitchen. Serve this blackened chicken with crisp salads, fluffy rice, or roasted veggies for a wholesome and satisfying meal that pairs versatility with smoky Southern-inspired flavors. With minimal prep time and maximum taste, this quick blackened chicken recipe is destined to become a favorite in your meal rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and pat them dry with a paper towel. If the chicken breasts are particularly thick, consider slicing them in half horizontally for even cooking.
In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to make the blackening spice mix.
Coat both sides of the chicken breasts generously with the spice mix, pressing it into the chicken to ensure it sticks.
Heat a large skillet (preferably cast iron) over medium-high heat until very hot, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat the bottom of the pan evenly.
Carefully lay the spice-coated chicken breasts in the skillet. Let them cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes, allowing the spices to create a flavorful blackened crust.
Flip the chicken breasts and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing.
Serve the blackened chicken with your favorite sides, such as a fresh salad, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
874 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.9 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 1448 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.4 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.9 g | ||
| Protein | 110.0 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1151 mg | 24% | |
*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.
