Blackened Chicken

By spend with pennies

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Ingredients

2 chicken breasts (6 to 7 ounces each or 2lbs boneless chicken thighs)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
½ teaspoon kosher salt (or ¼ teaspoon table salt, more to taste)
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Prep Time15mins
Cook Time15mins
Servings4

Instructions

In a small bowl, combine the spice mixture. Set aside.

Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner chicken fillets.

Rub the blackened seasoning over both sides of the chicken.

Heat the olive oil in a 12-inch skillet or cast iron skillet over medium heat.

Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 4-6 minutes per side or until blackened and cooked through.

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