Blackened Chicken in a Skillet

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Recipe intro

This blackened chicken in a skillet recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any weeknight dinner. The chicken is coated in a blend of spices, including paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and thyme, giving it a deliciously smoky and spicy flavor. It is then cooked in a hot skillet until it is perfectly charred on the outside and juicy on the inside. Serve this blackened chicken with your favorite sides for a satisfying and mouthwatering meal.

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Blackened chicken in a skillet recipe details

Blackened chicken in a skillet recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
Number of votes:107

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.