Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon dried thyme
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts ((8 oz each))
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or avocado oil spray)

Instruction

  • Preheat your oven to 450 degrees F.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the paprika, thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, and kosher salt.
  • Brush (or spray) the chicken breasts with the oil on both sides, then sprinkle both sides with the seasoning mixture, pressing with your fingers to help the coating adhere.
  • Heat a well-seasoned, large cast iron skillet over high heat until smoking hot, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken breasts. Cook for 30 seconds on each side to blacken, then place the skillet in the oven to finish cooking for 10-12 minutes. The chicken is done when no longer pink in the center, when juices run clear when pierced with a fork, and when its internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.*
  • Remove the chicken to a platter, loosely cover it with foil to keep it warm, and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.