Grilled Or Blackened Chicken Recipe
Tender chicken breast grilled to perfection or blackened for a spicy kick, served with your choice of sides.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Ingredients
Method
Cooking Directions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps to achieve a better sear.
- 2
Make the Marinade
In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and lime juice.
- 3
Marinate the Chicken
Coat the chicken breasts with the marinade, ensuring they are well covered. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- 4
- 5
Cook the Chicken
Grill or blacken the chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
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