Blackened Chicken
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Blackened Chicken
Description
The recipe calls for chicken breasts halved horizontally or boneless, skinless thighs coated evenly with a homemade blackened seasoning mix containing paprika, smoked paprika, cumin, brown sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and optional cayenne pepper. The chicken is rubbed with the spice blend, then cooked in hot olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. This technique creates a deeply colored crust that enhances flavor while sealing in moisture.
The resulting chicken features a balance of smoky, savory, and slightly sweet notes with a tender texture inside. It can be served as a main entrée or sliced for salads and sandwiches. Cooking to an internal temperature of 165°F ensures safety and optimal juiciness.
For alternative cooking, the chicken can be oven-baked with the seasoning at 425°F for 17 to 20 minutes. Leftovers store well refrigerated for up to four days.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast 6 to 7 ounces each or 2lbs boneless chicken thighs, boneless skinless
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Blackened Seasoning
- 1 ½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon table salt, more to taste
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the spice mixture. Set aside.
- Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner chicken fillets.
- Rub the blackened seasoning over both sides of the chicken.
- Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet or cast iron skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 4-6 minutes per side or until blackened and cooked through.
Notes
- Premade blackened seasoning can be used but may contain more salt; adjust added salt accordingly.
- Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is fully cooked and safe to eat.
- For oven baking, preheat to 425°F and bake seasoned chicken for 17 to 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Store leftover cooked chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 235 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 235 | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 429mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 475mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 786IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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