Ingredients and Weight:
- 8 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
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Preparation Method Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 15-18 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken breasts rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
Dish Characteristics:
- Juicy and tender chicken breasts
- Crispy and flavorful blackened crust
- Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal
- Can be paired with various sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a green salad
User Comments:
- "These chicken breasts were so easy to make and turned out perfect! The blackened crust was delicious and the chicken was cooked perfectly."
- "My family loved these chicken breasts. They were so juicy and flavorful."
- "I'm not usually a fan of blackened chicken, but this recipe was amazing. The spices were well-balanced and the chicken was cooked to perfection."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for this recipe.
- If you don't have an air fryer, you can also bake the chicken breasts at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Let the chicken breasts rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
