Chicken Breast (grilled Or Blackened) Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
For Blackening Seasoning
For Grilling
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Marinade
In a bowl, mix the olive oil and lemon juice. Add the chicken breasts and coat them evenly with the marinade. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Blackening Method
- 3
Make the Seasoning
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 4
Season the Chicken
After marinating, remove chicken from the marinade and sprinkle the blackening seasoning generously on both sides of each breast.
- 5
Heat the Skillet
Heat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add a tablespoon of vegetable oil. Allow the oil to get hot.
- 6
Cook the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is cooked through and has a blackened crust.
Grilling Method
- 7
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 8
- 9
Grill the Chicken
Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 10
Rest
Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.