Blackened Chicken Recipe (Stovetop, Grill, or Air Fryer)
Discover the irresistible flavors of our Blackened Chicken Recipe, perfect for stovetop, grill, or air fryer cooking! This dish boasts a zesty spice blend that creates a beautifully seared crust, making it an ideal choice for any occasion—whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. You can enjoy it solo, sliced over fresh salads, or tucked into tacos. With just 20 minutes from prep to plate, this recipe is as quick as it is delicious. Dive into these bold flavors and elevate your meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1.5 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together cooking oil, lemon juice, paprika, salt, thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, oregano, and optional sugar and cayenne.
- Pat chicken dry and coat thoroughly in the marinade. Let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat skillet or grill pan over medium heat (375°F for air fryer) and lightly oil the surface.
- Cook marinated chicken until a dark crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (7 to 15 minutes in air fryer).
- Rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (170g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg