Blackened Chicken

Blackened chicken is seasoned with a bold blend of spices and pan-fried until charred and crispy on the outside.

Ingredients

4 servings

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 to 7 ounces each or 2lbs boneless chicken thighs)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt (or ¼ teaspoon table salt, more to taste)
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

In a small bowl, combine the paprika, smoked paprika, cumin, dark brown sugar, salt, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and cayenne. Set the spice mixture aside.
Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner chicken fillets.
Rub the blackened seasoning over both sides of the chicken.
Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet or cast iron skillet over medium heat.
Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 4-6 minutes per side or until blackened and cooked through.

Per serving