Description
Blackened chicken is a culinary delight that brings the bold flavors of Louisiana right to your kitchen. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a zesty spice blend and seared to perfection, creating a deliciously crispy blackened crust. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, serve it alongside rice, salad, or your favorite sides for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp paprika (smoked if preferred)
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- In a bowl, mix paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to create the spice blend.
- Generously coat each chicken breast with the spice mixture.
- Add olive oil to the hot skillet; once shimmering, add the chicken breasts.
- Cook each side for about 5-7 minutes until blackened and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove from heat and let rest before slicing. Serve with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Louisiana
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 130mg