Blackened Chicken in a Skillet

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Easy blackened chicken to serve on its own or as a spicy sandwich.

Ready in: 15 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 (4 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon canola oil

Preparation method

Prep: 5 mins | Cook: 10 mins

1. Stir chili powder, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl. Season the chicken liberally on both sides with the mixture.

2. Pour oil into a large skillet and set over medium heat. Cook chicken in hot oil for about 10 minutes, flipping midway through cooking time, until chicken is no longer pink in the middle.