Blackened Chicken
This blackened chicken is juicy, well-seasoned, and cooked in a hot skillet for a flavorful crust on the outside and tender chicken inside. It’s an easy stovetop chicken breast recipe that works for salads, bowls, wraps, or a simple dinner with your favorite sides.
Servings: 4
Calories: 191kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken Breasts about 2 chicken breasts patted dry
- 2 tbsp Blackened seasoning click for my homemade recipe
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil or butter
Instructions
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with the blackened seasoning. Let the chicken rest with the seasoning on it for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a cast-iron skillet or frying pan to medium heat
- Cook the chicken breast for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken breasts reach 160 degrees (they'll continue to cook to 165 degrees as they rest)
- Remove from the skillet from the heat and allow the meat to rest for 5 minutes before cutting.
Notes
- Use evenly sized chicken breasts: They cook at the same rate, which makes it easier to avoid dry spots.
- Do not skip drying the chicken: A drier surface helps the seasoning stick and improves browning.
- Use enough seasoning: Blackened chicken should taste bold, not lightly seasoned.
- Cook in a properly heated skillet: A hot pan is what helps create the crust.
- Pull the chicken at 160°F: That gives you a little room for carryover cooking while it rests.
- Make extra on purpose: This chicken holds up well for easy meals later in the week.
Nutrition
Calories: 191kcal | Protein: 24g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 664mg | Potassium: 420mg | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.5mg
