Easy Blackened Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
248 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Easy Blackened Chicken
Description
Easy Blackened Chicken uses a dry spice rub with paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, thyme, onion and garlic powders, salt, and black pepper to season boneless skinless chicken breasts. After coating the chicken in oil and seasoning, it is seared briefly on each side in a smoking hot cast-iron skillet to develop characteristic blackened edges. The pan moves to a 450°F oven to finish cooking ensuring the meat is fully cooked yet juicy, with a deep, smoky crust from the spices.
The seasoning creates a balanced heat and herbal flavor that complements the natural chicken taste. The contrast between the crispy spiced exterior and tender inside provides a satisfying texture. After cooking, letting the chicken rest under foil allows juices to redistribute for more moist slices.
This recipe is suitable for a main course and can be served with sides like vegetables, rice, or salad. The method emphasizes quick searing to lock in flavor and oven finishing for even cooking and easy cleanup.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast about 1/2 lb. each, boneless skinless
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon thyme dried
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 3 tablespoons canola oil divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
- In a shallow dish, whisk together all the seasonings: paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Dry the chicken breasts with paper towels and coat them on both sides with two tablespoons of canola oil. Toss both sides in the seasoning mixture, pressing with your fingers to help the coating adhere.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot, for about 5 minutes. Add just one tablespoon of canola oil and brush it over the skillet.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 30 seconds on each side to blacken, then transfer the skillet to the oven to finish cooking for another 12-15 minutes. The chicken should no longer be pink in the center, and the internal temperature should reach 160 degrees F.
- Remove the chicken to a platter, cover with foil, and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 248 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 248kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 72mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 718mg | 30% |
| Potassium | 538mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1850IU | 37% |
| Vitamin C | 2.2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 39mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 15% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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