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Blackened Cajun Chicken

Cajun Blackened Chicken

5 from 1 vote
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.