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Blackened Cajun Chicken

Cajun Blackened Chicken

Flavorful, tender and juicy, with just the right amount of spice, makes this the best Cajun Blackened Chicken with you ever find.  It comes together in no time, wows a crowed, and is simple enough for even a novice home cook to make.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 583
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs. boneless-skinless chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 1 stick butter melted
  • 4 tsp blackening seasoning
Blackened Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp smoked paprkia
  • 2 tbsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp dried oregano

Equipment

  • Large Cast Iron Skillet

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise and pound to 1/4" thick.
  2. Coat with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and coat well with blackening seasoning.
  3. Heat remaining vegetable oil with 1/2 stick off butter on high heat (you want this smoking hot*).
  4. Add chicken and allow to cook 2-3 minutes until nice and charred looking.
  5. Flip the chicken, pour over the remaining butter, and cook 2-3 more minutes until cooked through and the internal temperature has reached 165 degrees.
  6. Remove from skillet, tent with foil and allow to rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

*Be careful here, there will be a lot of smoke, turn on your vent and open a window or cook the chicken outside, but the results are soooooo worth it!!
 
**Please note that the amount of calories and nutritional value per serving is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly.