Description
This Simple Blackened Chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in flavorful blackened seasoning and pan-seared to perfection, creating a deliciously crispy, dark crust while keeping the meat juicy and flavorful. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning & Cooking
- 3-4 tablespoons blackened seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 thinner cutlets. Pat each cutlet dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure even cooking and better crust formation.
- Season the Chicken: Generously coat each chicken cutlet on all sides with the blackened seasoning, making sure to cover them evenly for a balanced spicy and smoky flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted and the pan is hot, place the chicken cutlets in the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and develops a dark, flavorful crust.
- Rest and Serve: Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and allow it to rest for 4-5 minutes. This step lets the juices redistribute, ensuring moist and tender chicken when cut or served.
Notes
- Patting the chicken dry is essential to achieve the best blackened crust.
- If you don’t have blackened seasoning, you can substitute with equal parts paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Using a cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottom pan will give the best sear and crust.
- Letting the chicken rest after cooking keeps it juicy.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safe cooking at 165°F.
