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Blackened chicken

Blackened Chicken Recipe


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  • Author: Dr. Josh Axe
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Want to elevate grilled chicken breast? Try this high-protein, delicious blackened chicken with Cajun seasonings. It’s also easy to cook.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large pan over medium heat, warm oil.
  2. In a small bowl, combine garlic, onion, oregano, thyme, paprika, cayenne, salt and pepper, mixing until well-combined.
  3. Coat each side of chicken evenly with seasonings.
  4. With tongs, place the chicken in the heated oil.
  5. Cover and fry each side for about 10 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 F.
  • Prep Time: 5 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Category: Main Dishes
  • Method: Stovetop frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 breast (129g)
  • Calories: 212
  • Sugar: 0.1g
  • Sodium: 345mg (23% DV)
  • Fat: 10.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7.2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1.9g
  • Fiber: 0.6g
  • Protein: 26.9g
  • Cholesterol: 86mg