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blackened chicken

Juicy, spicy blackened chicken served with a fresh side salad for a quick, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pound mixed salad greens
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 0.25 cup sliced red onions
  • 0.25 cup sliced cucumbers
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a small bowl, combine paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and nicely charred.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice into strips.
  4. In a large bowl, toss salad greens, cherry tomatoes, red onions, cucumbers, and cilantro. Top with sliced blackened chicken and serve immediately.

Notes

Adjust spice levels according to taste. Serve with your favorite dressing or a squeeze of lime.