Blackened Chicken Thighs Recipe
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Blackened Chicken Thighs Recipe
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This easy blackened chicken recipe makes the most tender juicy chicken all in one skillet! Eat it with a couple of sides, or use this blackened chicken for blackened chicken alfredo, salads, or sandwiches! There are many great options for this chicken.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6)
- 2 tbsp butter
For the Blackened Chicken Seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper or up to 1/2 tsp to taste (optional)
Instructions
- To make the blackened seasoning, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, Old Bay, salt, and cayenne pepper (optional) and mix.
- Lay the chicken thighs flat and sprinkle blackened seasonings on the first side, lightly pat them in, and then sprinkle the remaining seasoning on the back side and pat in. This can sit in the refrigerator for up to an hour seasoned.
- Heat a large cast iron skillet over high heat for 2-3 minutes, then reduce to medium high and add the butter.
- Once the butter is melted and starting to brown, but not smoke, put the chicken thighs flat in the skillet. Do not crowd the skillet. Cook the chicken thighs in batches if necessary.
- Let the chicken cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side without moving or checking it, then flip and cook 2 minutes on the other side. Then reduce heat to low, cover the pan and continue to cook until the chicken reaches an internal temp of 165˚F (about 2-3 more minutes.)
- Remove the chicken from the skillet (to prevent it from continuing to cook) and serve warm with fresh parsley or freshly squeezed lemon if desired.
Notes
- To make a true blackened seasoning use the cayenne and black pepper to create the spice.
- To create a milder, kid-friendly blackened chicken, sometimes called bronzed chicken, omit the cayenne and lightly season with black pepper.
- Find instructions for making a big batch of blackening seasoning here!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
4oz
Calories
219kcal
(11%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
154mg
(51%)
Sodium
363mg
(15%)
Potassium
397mg
(11%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
366IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
26mg
(3%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 219 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 4oz | |
| Calories | 219kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 154mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 363mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 397mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 366IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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