Blackened Chicken Recipe

Prep Chicken: Place 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts on a cutting board and wrap with plastic wrap. Use the flat side of a meat tenderizer to flatten chicken until it is approximately ½ inch thick. Place chicken on a large plate or platter.
Season: In a small bowl, add 1 tablespoon paprika, 2 teaspoons onion powder, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves, 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, and ¼ teaspoon chipotle pepper. Mix to combine. Pat chicken dry with clean paper towel. Rub Blackened Seasoning all over it. Drizzle seasoned chicken with 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil and rub all over.
Cook: Bring a large cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Add a teaspoon or two of olive oil and swirl to coat the pan. Place chicken in the hot pan and sear both sides 2-4 minutes. Continue cooking in the large skillet (continuing to flip every 2-4 minutes) until fully cooked OR place the cast iron skillet in a 400℉ oven (middle rack) for 10-20 minutes or until fully cooked.
Rest & Serve: Place chicken on a plate and let meat rest 5-10 minutes before cutting. Enjoy any way you want!