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Blackened Chicken Thighs Recipe

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This Blackened Chicken recipe offers a flavorful and spicy way to prepare boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts using a bold seasoning blend and multiple cooking options including baking with a broil finish, stovetop pan-cooking, or grilling. The dish features a smoky and slightly charred crust, perfect for a quick and delicious meal in just 35 minutes.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts—see note 1)
  • 4 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Seasoning Blend

  • 1-1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/16 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, see note 3)

Instructions

  1. Consider Options: Decide on your preferred cooking method: stovetop pan for breasts, grilling for thighs or breasts, or baking whole thighs.
  2. Prepare to Bake Thighs: If baking, preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Line a large sheet pan with foil for easy cleanup.
  3. Make Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, paprika, ground coriander, and red pepper flakes if using. Add about 1 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper, then whisk well to blend all seasonings.
  4. Rub Mix on Chicken: Pat chicken dry using paper towels. Rub the entire seasoning mix evenly all over each piece of chicken with your hands to ensure full coverage.
  5. Bake Thighs: Lay the chicken thighs flat on the prepared pan, spacing them apart to ensure even cooking. Bake for 15 minutes at 425°F.
  6. Broil Thighs: After baking, move the oven rack to approximately 8 inches from the broiler element and switch the oven to broil. Place the pan back in the oven immediately and broil for 7 to 10 minutes, or until a nice blackened crust forms and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Carryover heat will bring it to the safe 165°F (74°C).
  7. Rest the Chicken: Remove the pan from the oven and let the chicken rest uncovered for 5 minutes to retain juices.
  8. Slice and Serve: Transfer the chicken to a cutting board, dice or thinly slice, and taste. Add a pinch more salt if needed. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful blackened chicken.

Notes

  • Note 1: For pan-cooking breasts, use moderate heat and cook breasts thoroughly until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Note 2: To grill thighs or breasts, preheat the grill to medium-high and cook the chicken, turning occasionally, until nicely blackened and cooked through.
  • Note 3: Red pepper flakes can be omitted for a milder flavor or added sparingly for extra heat.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/blackened-chicken-thighs-recipe/