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Cajun Chicken

Spicy and flavorful Cajun chicken seasoned with a blend of spices and pan-seared to perfection.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Cajun
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cajun Chicken
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts boneless and skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked or regular
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper to taste

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, thyme, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3g

Notes

Serve with rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

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