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Blackened Seasoning for Chicken 

by Laura Fuentes

September 5, 2023
updated Sep 27, 2023
5 from 10 votes
Transform chicken and other proteins from good to great with this homemade Blackened Seasoning recipe.
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You’ll also learn what goes into the seasoning, how to store it, and some recipes to try it out!

a bowl with a spoon and blackened seasoning

Homemade Blackened Seasoning 

Smoky with hints of spicy and irresistible aromas are what makes this Blackened Seasoning for chicken AMAZING! It has a strong depth of flavors that will transform chicken and other proteins into an incredible meal.

While you can go for the store-bought version, this homemade recipe is made with basic spices you probably already have for cooking your everyday meals. Plus, it’s a breeze to make, inexpensive, and lasts up to 6 months!

You can use it to make Blackened Chicken Pasta, build a flavorful Blackened Chicken Salad, or season pan-seared chicken breasts to serve with your favorite chicken sides. Don’t these chicken breasts look epic?

four blackened chicken breasts on a plate

Blackened Seasoning Ingredients 

This homemade Blackened Seasoning for chicken is made with a delicious mix of classic herbs and spices you probably already have in your pantry.

Here’s what you need:

  • Paprika: regular, Spanish, or smoky, depending on the flavor profile you prefer.
  • Cayenne pepper: adds heat!
  • Ground cumin: adds depth of flavor.
  • Dried thyme: a herb that pairs amazingly well with chicken.
  • Onion powder: a classic aromatic that adds flavor. 
  • Ground white pepper: a little for extra flavor, use black pepper if you don’t have white.
  • Salt: enhances the other spices’ and is essential for seasoning.

You’ll find the measurements in the recipe card below.

a bowl with seven different herbs and spices

How to Make Blackened Seasoning for Chicken 

Combine everything in a bowl, and you get the perfect flavorful mix for seasoning chicken.

Two easy steps:

  1. Combine
    In a bowl, combine all the ingredients.
  2. Store
    Transfer the blackened seasoning into a jar and store it in the pantry for up to 6 months.
on the left: a bowl with herbs and spices. On the right: blackened seasoning

How Much Blackened Seasoning Do You Need for Chicken? 

Transform plain chicken into something incredible by using 1 ½ teaspoons of blackened seasoning for every 1 pound of chicken, breasts, or thighs.

four blackened chicken breasts on a plate.

More Ways to Use Blackened Seasoning 

Use this Blackened Seasoning on chicken once, and you’ll want to use it on other proteins like beef and fish or sprinkled over eggs and with veggies!

Kick up the yummy factor of your Taco Night by making these Blackened Fish Tacos, Blackened Salmon Fish Tacos, and this irresistible Blackened Zucchini Taco recipe!

blackened seasoning for chicken

Blackened Seasoning for Chicken

Laura Fuentes
Transform chicken and other proteins from good to great with this homemade Blackened Seasoning recipe.
5 from 10 votes
Servings 32 (½ teaspoon each)
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, combine all the ingredients.
  • Transfer it into a jar and store it in the pantry for up to 6 months.

Notes

For every 4 large chicken breasts, distribute approximately 1 ½ tablespoons of seasoning.

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Nutrition

Serving: 0.5teaspoonCalories: 1kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 0.05gFat: 0.04gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.02gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 37mgPotassium: 6mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 90IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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