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Blackened Chicken with Creamy Shallot Pan Sauce

Blackened Chicken with Creamy Shallot Pan Sauce

Boldly spiced blackened chicken breasts served with a silky, herb-flecked creamy shallot pan sauce. This one-skillet meal is rich, flavorful, and made for comfort.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 large shallots, finely sliced
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large cast iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Coat both sides of the chicken with the spice mix.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add olive oil to the hot skillet. Once shimmering, place the chicken breasts in and sear for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until blackened and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Reduce heat to medium. In the same skillet, add sliced shallots and sauté until soft, about 3 minutes. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over the top.
  6. Finishing Touches: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and let everything meld for another minute over low heat.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Slice the chicken and serve with plenty of sauce.

Notes

  • Let the sauce simmer gently to avoid curdling the cream.
  • Use a thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
  • Slice the chicken on a bias for a beautiful presentation.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 540mg
  • Fat: 29g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 130mg

Keywords: blackened chicken, creamy shallot sauce, skillet dinner, chicken dinner, comfort food