Blackened Chicken
Blackened chicken is a Cajun favorite, and this recipe is so easy. The blackening spice rub comes together in seconds, and the chicken sears in minutes.
Instructions
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{'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray.'}
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{'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat until it is smoking hot, about 3 to 5 minutes.'}
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{'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'While the skillet is heating, mix paprika, cayenne, cumin, thyme, onion powder, white pepper, and salt together in a small bowl.'}
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{'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Spray chicken breasts on both sides with cooking spray, then coat evenly with spice mixture.'}
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{'id': 'step_4', 'step': 5, 'text': 'Place chicken in the hot pan and cook for 1 minute. Turn, and cook 1 minute on other side. Transfer chicken to the prepared baking sheet.'}
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{'id': 'step_5', 'step': 6, 'text': 'Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 to 10 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).'}
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{'id': 'step_6', 'step': 7, 'text': 'Serve and enjoy!'}
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (2 servings total)