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Three seasoned, blackened chicken breasts in a cast iron skillet, garnished with fresh parsley and lime wedges. A black-and-white checkered towel is partially visible underneath the skillet.
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Blackened Chicken

This is the best blackened chicken recipe.This quick and easy blackened chicken recipe is ready in 10 minutes making baked blackened chicken a quick dinner.
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Grilling, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $10.23, $1.71 per Serving

Ingredients

  • 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 Tbsp blacken seasoning
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil (divided)

Instructions

  • Filet or pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
  • Rub half of the vegetable oil over both sides of the chicken.
  • Coat both sides of the chicken evenly with the blackened seasoning.
  • Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the remaining vegetable oil and coat the bottom of the skillet.
  • Add the chicken and cook without moving it for 5–6 minutes to develop a blackened crust.
  • Flip and cook for another 5–6 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

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Notes

Refrigerate the leftovers in an air tight container for up to 5 days.  You can also freeze leftover blackened chicken. Put the leftovers in an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months. 

Expert Tips

  • Adding Spice - Keep in mind the more spice mixture you use, the spicier it will be. If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of seasoning on the chicken.
  • Applying Seasoning - You will want to brush or rub the seasoning (instead of just sprinkle it on) to insure that the spices are going to stay when you cook it. This is important so you get that nice seasoning crust on your chicken.
  • Cooking Chicken - Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your chicken. As you are cooking the chicken in a single layer, allow it to cook without flipping it. This will provide the perfect texture on the chicken breast. Feel free to bake chicken in the oven at 375 degrees for about 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 664mg | Potassium: 418mg | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg
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