Ingredients
Blackened chicken seasoning
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon regular paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoons onion powder
- ½ teaspoons garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoons cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- ¼ teaspoons dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoons dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon dried basil
For the chicken
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or other high heat oil)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- lemon for serving (optional)
- fresh parsley finely chopped for serving (optional)
Instructions
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PREP: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Preheat a over medium-high heat. Pat chicken breasts dry with a paper towel.
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SEASON: Mix together ingredients for blackening seasoning in a small bowl. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with blackened seasoning mix. If using a leave-in meat thermometer, insert into the thickest part of the breast now.
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SEAR: Add avocado oil to the hot pan and swirl to coat. Add seasoned chicken to the pan in a single layer. Cook chicken for about 5 minutes on one side, until a blackened crust forms.
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BAKE: Flip chicken breasts over, and transfer skillet to the oven until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). This should take about 10-15 minutes depending on the thickness of your breasts. (Breasts will continue cooking while resting).
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FINISH: Remove skillet from the oven and put over medium heat. Add butter and garlic to the pan. Stir to coat and cook for about 1 minute. Remove from heat and spoon garlic and butter sauce over the chicken.
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REST: Transfer chicken to a and allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. The temperature of the chicken should continue to rise until it reaches 165°F (74°C).
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SERVE: Sprinkle with parsley and a squeeze of lemon. Serve with your favorite sides!