Blackened Chicken
Boldly seasoned and quickly pan-seared, this flavorful blackened chicken is juicy, tender, and comes together in less than 15 minutes.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper more or less to taste
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or canola oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 2 teaspoons smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, ½ teaspoon onion powder, and ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper. Set aside to season chicken.
- If you're not using pre-cut cutlets, slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise. Working one piece at a time, place the chicken between two pieces of parchment paper or plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat mallet or heavy skillet until it's about ¼-inch thick.
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken, then use your hands ro rub the seasoning mixture into the chicken.
- Heat large cast iron skillet or stainless steel pan over medium-high heat. Once heated, add in the olive oil and let heat for 1 minute. Add the butter to the heated oil and let let melt.
- Once melted. Add the seasoned chicken to the pan and cook, undisturbed, for 3 minutes, or until deep, golden brown. Gently flip the chicken over and add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the pan. Continue to cook, undisturbed for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet, tent with foil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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Notes
Storage: Store leftover blackened chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken gently in a dry skillet over medium heat for a couple of minutes per side, or until warmed through.
Air Fryer Instructions: Prepare and season the chicken as directed. Generously spray the chicken with avocado or olive oil cooking spray and air-fry for 6 minutes at 380℉. Flip the chicken and continue to air fry for another 4-6 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉.
Baked Option (Not Blackened, but Seasoned): Bake on a greased sheet pan at 425℉ for 8-12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165℉.
Nutrition
Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 658mg | Potassium: 262mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 809IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
