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Easy Oven-Baked Blackened Chicken

Easy Oven-Baked Blackened Chicken is juicy and delicious and perfect with pasta, salads, and sandwiches!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course

Ingredients

  • 3-4 chicken breasts
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp powder paprika
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp dried parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Pound chicken breasts so that they are about one inch thick for even cooking and place them in a baking pan.
  • Combine brown sugar, cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
  • Add olive oil to the seasoning mixture. 
  • Evenly distribute the seasoning among the chicken breasts, making sure to season both sides. Use your fingers to press the seasoning into each chicken breast.
  • Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Optional: broil for the last few minutes until the chicken is golden brown.
  • Melt butter (microwaving for about 30 seconds will do the trick) and stir in dried parsley. Drizzle over the chicken.
  • Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving.