Here, we coat chicken with spices common to Cajun cooking, like dried thyme and cayenne pepper. Then, instead of using the traditional method of searing in a cast-iron pan, we char it on the grill.
Blackened Chicken with Chopped Salad
Serves 4
Active Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
3/4 teaspoon ground pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt plus a pinch, divided
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 pound chicken cutlets
4 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
8 cups butter lettuce
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered if large
1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
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