Blackened Chicken Recipe
Savory blackened chicken seasoned with a blend of spices, seared to perfection and served with a side of your choice.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Spice Mix
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mix evenly over both sides of each chicken breast.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a blackened crust.
- 5
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
