Blackened Hot Chicken Recipe

Spice up your weeknight with this incredibly flavorful Blackened Hot Chicken recipe! Ready in under 30 minutes, this quick and easy dish features juicy chicken breasts with a smoky, spicy blackened crust. Serve with a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 259.5 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 4.9 (17 Reviews)
Blackened Hot Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Blackened Hot Chicken

  1. Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally, creating 4 thinner cutlets of roughly equal size.
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a small bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. This is your spice mixture.
  4. Brush both sides of each chicken cutlet with melted butter, then evenly coat with the spice mixture, ensuring all surfaces are well-seasoned.
  5. Heat a large heavy-based skillet (cast iron is ideal) over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of oil to the hot pan.
  6. Place chicken cutlets in the hot skillet, ensuring they aren't overcrowded. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until the underside develops a deep, blackened crust. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning.
  7. Flip the chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Serve the blackened hot chicken immediately. A fresh salad is a perfect accompaniment!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

28 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

19g

Carbs

0g