Blackened Chicken
Blackened chicken is a flavor-packed dish that combines a smoky, spicy crust with tender, juicy meat. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this easy recipe is versatile enough to complement salads, rice, or pasta. With bold spices and quick preparation, you’ll impress your family and friends with every bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub olive oil on both sides of each chicken breast and coat generously with the spice blend.
- Preheat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is reached.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 4 oz)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in olive oil and spices for a few hours or overnight. To add zest, incorporate lemon zest into the spice blend or serve with your favorite hot sauce.