Keto Blackened Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinners with this bold and flavorful Keto Blackened Chicken! Perfectly seasoned with a homemade blackening spice blend featuring smoked paprika, cayenne, and aromatic herbs, these juicy chicken breasts deliver a smoky, spicy crust that’s both low-carb and keto-friendly. A quick sear in sizzling butter locks in rich flavor, followed by a short bake in the oven to ensure tender, succulent results every time. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy yet restaurant-quality dish is ready in under 30 minutes, making it a go-to for busy nights. Pair it with your favorite keto-friendly vegetables or a crisp salad to complete this satisfying, healthy meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole Chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to create the blackening seasoning.

Step 3

Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels to ensure a crisp crust. Rub each chicken breast with olive oil, then coat generously with the blackening seasoning on all sides.

Step 4

Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter.

Step 5

Once the butter is melted and sizzling, add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Sear each side for about 2-3 minutes, until a dark crust forms.

Step 6

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Slice and serve the blackened chicken hot, optionally with a side of your favorite keto-friendly vegetables or salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(251.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	792.6

Total Fat 58.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 208.8mg	0%
Sodium 2644.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 10.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 55.7g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 77.5mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 265.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.6%

Protein: 28.1%

Carbs: 5.3%