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Cajun Blackened Chicken
Spicy, flavorful blackened chicken with a perfect charred crust.
Nutrition per Serving
1g
Net Carbs
36g
Protein
14g
Fat
285
Calories
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- 1 Pound chicken breasts to even thickness.
- 2 Mix all spices together for blackening seasoning.
- 3 Brush chicken with melted butter, then coat with seasoning.
- 4 Heat avocado oil in a cast-iron skillet over high heat until smoking.
- 5 Add chicken and cook 4-5 minutes per side until charred and cooked through.
- 6 Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
- 7 Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite sides.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use a well-ventilated kitchen - it will smoke
- Cast iron is essential for proper blackening
- Adjust cayenne for your heat preference