Blackened Chicken Recipe
Savor our juicy blackened chicken, seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices and seared to perfection, served with your choice of sides.
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Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Spice Mix
In a small bowl, combine paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the blackened seasoning.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub each piece generously with the blackened seasoning on both sides.
- 3
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 4
Cook the Chicken
Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice charred appearance.
- 5
Rest and Serve
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice and serve hot with your choice of sides.
