Blackened Chicken Bites
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Equipment
- Chef Knives
- Cutting Board
- Mixing bowls
- 12-inch Non-Stick Skillet
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 tspkosher salt
- 1 tspblack pepper
- 1 tspsmoked paprika
- 1 tspgarlic powder
- 1 tsponion powder
- 1 tsporegano
- 1 tspbasil
- 1 tspthyme
- 1 tspcayenne
- 1 1/2 lbchicken tenderloins
- 1 Tbspolive oil
Instructions
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together 1 tsp kosher salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp oregano, 1 tsp basil, 1 tsp thyme, and 1 tsp cayenne.
- Cut 1½ lb chicken tenderloins into bite-sized pieces. Add the chicken to the bowl with the seasoning and toss until the pieces are evenly coated.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp olive oil and heat until it shimmers.
- Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet in a single layer (do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary).
- Cook the chicken undisturbed for 2 to 3 minutes to develop a sear, then flip the pieces and continue cooking for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, stirring or turning as needed, until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let rest briefly before serving.
Notes
You can use any raw chicken you prefer.Boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs or chicken tenderloins all work great.Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. Chicken needs to be 165ºF.
Boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs or chicken tenderloins all work great.
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. Chicken needs to be 165ºF.
Can substitute butter for olive oil.
Are Blackened Chicken Bites spicy? Yes. There is a kick to the chicken from the cayenne pepper. Reduce the amount to your personal preference.
Are Blackened Chicken Bites low carb? Yes! All of the ingredients in this recipe are low carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Boneless skinless chicken breasts, chicken thighs or chicken tenderloins all work great.
Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. Chicken needs to be 165ºF.
Can substitute butter for olive oil.
Are Blackened Chicken Bites spicy? Yes. There is a kick to the chicken from the cayenne pepper. Reduce the amount to your personal preference.
Are Blackened Chicken Bites low carb? Yes! All of the ingredients in this recipe are low carb, keto-friendly, and gluten-free.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.