Best 5 Blackened Boneless Chicken Breasts Recipes

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**Blackened boneless chicken breasts:** A Culinary Symphony of Bold Flavors and Succulent Texture

Prepare to embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with blackened boneless chicken breasts, a dish that masterfully blends the richness of Cajun spices with the tender juiciness of chicken. This delectable dish, deeply rooted in Southern cuisine, promises an explosion of flavors in every bite. Our collection of recipes caters to diverse preferences, offering variations that range from classic blackened chicken to creative fusion dishes. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a culinary novice, our step-by-step guides and expert tips will empower you to create this mouthwatering masterpiece in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to indulge in a symphony of bold flavors and succulent texture that will leave your taste buds craving more.

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Blackened Boneless Chicken Breasts:**

Embrace the authentic taste of blackened chicken with this timeless recipe. Using a blend of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and thyme, you'll create a flavorful rub that infuses the chicken with a smoky, slightly spicy kick. Sear the chicken in a hot skillet until it develops a beautiful blackened crust, then finish it off in the oven for a tender, juicy interior.

2. **Blackened Chicken with Chipotle Cream Sauce:**

Elevate your blackened chicken experience with a creamy and smoky chipotle sauce. This recipe incorporates the heat of chipotle peppers and the cooling richness of sour cream, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Serve the blackened chicken smothered in this delectable sauce, and prepare yourself for a taste sensation that will keep you coming back for more.

3. **Blackened Chicken Tacos with Mango Salsa:**

Fuse the bold flavors of blackened chicken with the vibrant freshness of mango salsa in these tantalizing tacos. The chicken, seasoned with a blend of Cajun spices, is cooked to perfection and nestled in warm tortillas. Top it off with a burst of sweetness and acidity from the mango salsa, made with ripe mangoes, red onions, cilantro, and lime juice. These tacos promise a fiesta of flavors in every bite.

4. **Blackened Chicken Alfredo Pasta:**

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food combination of blackened chicken and creamy Alfredo sauce. Tender chicken, seared until blackened, is tossed with fettuccine pasta and coated in a luscious Alfredo sauce made with butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and a touch of garlic. This dish strikes the perfect balance between richness and smokiness, ensuring a satisfying and unforgettable meal.

5. **Blackened Chicken Salad with Avocado Dressing:**

Enjoy a lighter and refreshing take on blackened chicken with this vibrant salad. Blackened chicken strips are paired with a medley of fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion. The avocado dressing, made with ripe avocados, Greek yogurt, lime juice, and cilantro, adds a creamy and tangy touch, creating a salad that's both flavorful and nourishing.

With these diverse recipes, you'll be able to explore the versatility of blackened boneless chicken breasts and create dishes that cater to your unique tastes and preferences. From classic preparations to innovative fusion creations, each recipe promises a journey of culinary delight. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your stove, and embark on a blackened chicken adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BLACKENED BONELESS CHICKEN BREASTS



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Make and share this Blackened Boneless Chicken Breasts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FlowrBx

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons paprika
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/4 lbs)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all dry spices in a medium bowl, large enough to also use to coat the chicken.
  • Dip both sides of the chicken breasts in the mixture of spices, coating well.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over high heat. Once hot, gently place the chicken breasts in hot oil and cook for about two minutes.
  • Once well blackened (yes, they will be a little black but don't worry), turn the breasts over and continue cooking for another 2 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked. Remove chicken from pan.
  • To serve, cut chicken breasts into 3/4-inch slices on an angle and fan out on plate.
  • For a quick and easy topping, mix sour cream, cilantro, salt and pepper together in a small bowl with a whisk and top each serving with a spoonful.
  • Note: Like beef, chicken should rest for a few minutes before cutting or serving. This allows the juices to redistribute and the meat to relax and become more tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.4, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 81.1, Sodium 680.9, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 0.4, Protein 28.6

BLACKENED CHICKEN



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Great on a summer's day with fresh corn and mashed potatoes.

Provided by Karena

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

½ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a baking sheet. Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat for 5 minutes until it is smoking hot.
  • Mix together the paprika, salt, cayenne, cumin, thyme, white pepper, and onion powder. Oil the chicken breasts with cooking spray on both sides, then coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice mixture.
  • Place the chicken in the hot pan, and cook for 1 minute. Turn, and cook 1 minute on other side. Place the breasts on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Cholesterol 67.2 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 204.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BLACKENED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This recipe is from Once-A-Month Cooking by Mimi Wilson and Mary Beth Lagerborg. I'm adding it here so that I can plan my recipe list and shopping list for once-a-month cooking! Prep and cooking time are estimates, as I haven't made this yet.

Provided by bunkie68

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
6 sandwich buns
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
butter or mayonnaise
1/4 cup melted butter
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Freeze chicken and sandwich rolls until ready to serve.
  • Mix spices and store in a covered container; label it "Blackened Chicken Spices".
  • To prepare, thaw rolls and chicken.
  • Coat each piece of chicken with spice mix (adjust to taste of each person, as the mixture is spicy!).
  • Using a pastry brush, baste each piece of chicken with the melted butter. Grill chicken, basting with butter after turning once.
  • Grill about 10 minutes or until no longer pink in the middle, or cook in a large nonstick skillet in hot oil over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
  • Serve on sandwich rolls spread with butter or mayonnaise.
  • Suggested sides: chips, watermelon salad.

AIR FRYER BLACKENED CHICKEN BREAST



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No need to dirty up a cast iron skillet and fill your house with smoke. Let your air fryer create that perfect blackened crust.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 (12 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Combine paprika, thyme, cumin, cayenne pepper, onion powder, black pepper, and salt together in a bowl. Transfer spice mixture to a flat plate.
  • Rub oil over each chicken breast until fully coated. Roll each piece of chicken in blackening spice mixture, making sure to press down so spice sticks on all sides. Let sit for 5 minutes while you preheat the air fryer.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 360 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 5 minutes.
  • Place chicken in the basket of the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes. Flip and cook an additional 10 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Cholesterol 197.7 mg, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 79.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 515.8 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

BLACKENED CHICKEN BREASTS



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Fast, easy, and very good. Throw the potatoes in the oven, toss the salad. This also works very well on pork chops. Mix the spices early and have on hand. I do not know where I got this mix.

Provided by dolores in paradise

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 20m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon salt (1 pinch = 1/8 teaspoon)
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
2 boneless chicken breasts (or your amount)

Steps:

  • Mix the seven spices (will fill a 3-inch salt shaker). Save for future use.
  • Sprinkle over chicken to cover both sides.
  • Heat oil in cast iron skillet for 15 minutes. I do this on low heat and turn up last few minutes.
  • Place chicken in hot pan and cook till dark in color, about 4 minutes per side, till juices are clear.

Tips:

  • For a flavorful blackened chicken, use a cast iron skillet or grill pan.
  • Make sure the skillet or grill pan is very hot before adding the chicken breasts.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet or grill pan, or the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the blackened chicken breasts immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Blackened boneless chicken breasts are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. The blackened seasoning gives the chicken a slightly spicy and smoky flavor, and the cooking method helps to keep the chicken moist and juicy. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious blackened chicken dish that your whole family will love.

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