Blackened Chicken Tenders

These juicy, savory blackened chicken tenders are just like the delicious recipe from your favorite chicken restaurant, but healthier and more affordable!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American, Cajun

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 6

Total Time: 11

Servings: servings

Calories: 170kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

Chicken

1 pound chicken tenders
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado or grapeseed oil

Blackening Seasoning

1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1½ teaspoons kosher salt or to taste see note 1

Instructions

Combine the spices to create the blackening spice.
Place a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil.
Meanwhile, pat the chicken dry then coat all over with the blackening spice.
Cook the chicken on one side for about 2 to 3 minutes, until the chicken is starting to turn golden brown.
Flip the chicken and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer registers an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Remove the chicken from the pan. Let rest for a few minutes, then serve!

Notes

General

If you only have table or sea salt, divide the amount in the recipe by half.

Storage and Reheating

Fridge These chicken tenders will last for about 3 to 4 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
Freezer You can freeze this recipe for up to 6 months. To reheat them, thaw in the fridge overnight and then warm them up in a pan, the air fryer, or in the microwave.
Reheating Reheat chicken tenders either in the microwave at 30-second intervals until heated through, in the air fryer for a few minutes at 380, or on the stove with a bit of oil over medium heat.

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