Ingredients
– 2 pounds chicken breasts cut into four 8-ounce cutlets
– Chipotle chili powder for dry rub
– Cumin for dry rub
– Smoked paprika for dry rub
– Onion powder for dry rub
– Garlic powder for dry rub
– Salt for dry rub
– A dash of cayenne pepper for the dry rub, adjustable for spice level
– 2 teaspoons coconut oil or another high-heat oil for cooking
Instructions
1-First, mix the spices in a small bowl: chipotle chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and a dash of cayenne pepper to make the dry rub.
2-Evenly sprinkle the seasoning over both sides of the 2 pounds of chicken breasts, which are cut into four 8-ounce cutlets, for full flavor coverage.
3-Heat 1 teaspoon of the coconut oil or high-heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4-Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 6 to 7 minutes until browned on one side.
5-Flip the chicken, add the remaining 1 teaspoon of oil, and cook for another 6 to 7 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit and the juices run clear.
6-Remove the chicken from the heat, cover with foil, and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before serving to lock in the juices.
Last Step:
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🔪 Cut large chicken breasts in half horizontally if not using pre-portioned cutlets.
🌶 Adjust cayenne pepper amount to control spiciness.
🍴 Use cooked chicken for meal prep in salads, rice bowls, tacos, or burritos.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 8-ounce chicken breast
- Calories: 417
- Sugar: 0.13 grams
- Sodium: 538 mg
- Fat: 23.5 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Carbohydrates: 1.3 grams
- Fiber: 0.5 grams
- Protein: 47.6 grams