Blackened Chicken Recipe (Stovetop, Grill, or Air Fryer)
Indulge in the bold flavors of this Blackened Chicken Recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. With a spicy marinade that creates a dark, crispy crust, this dish is ideal whether you cook it on the stovetop, grill, or air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Frying
- Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/4 cup cooking oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together cooking oil, lemon juice, and spices until well combined.
- Pat the chicken dry and coat it thoroughly with the marinade. Marinate for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
- Heat your skillet over medium-high heat (or set grill/air fryer to 375°F) and lightly brush with oil.
- Cook chicken until it develops a dark crust and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (around 7-15 minutes depending on thickness).
- Allow the cooked chicken to rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 100mg