Blackened Chicken Breast
A crispy and juicy chicken breast seasoned with paprika and cayenne pepper, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Mix the spice blend in a bowl, combining paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through with a blackened crust.
- Rest the chicken for a few minutes before slicing and serve hot.
Notes
For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in yogurt and spices before cooking. Adjust cayenne pepper based on heat preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg