Baton Rouge Chicken Recipe

Name: Baton Rouge Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 x skinless boneless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each); 2 Tbsp. diet margarine melted; 2 Tbsp. cayenne pepper; 1 Tbsp. paprika; 1 Tbsp. black pepper; 2 tsp garlic pwdr; 2 tsp onion pwdr; 1 tsp dry basil; 1 tsp dry oregano; 1/2 tsp chili pwdr; 1/8 tsp dry thyme; 1/8 tsp dry mustard

Servings: persons

4 x skinless boneless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 Tbsp. diet margarine melted
2 Tbsp. cayenne pepper
1 Tbsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. black pepper
2 tsp garlic pwdr
2 tsp onion pwdr
1 tsp dry basil
1 tsp dry oregano
1/2 tsp chili pwdr
1/8 tsp dry thyme
1/8 tsp dry mustard

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1.To prepare spice mix, on a sheet of waxed paper, combine cayenne pepper, paprika, black pepper, garlic pwdr, onion pwdr, basil, oregano, chili pwdr, thyme, and mustard.
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Mix well.
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2.Heat a large cast-iron skillet or possibly other large heavy skillet over medium-high heat till very warm, about 8 min.
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3.Meanwhile, brush chicken with margarine.
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Dredge chick- en in spice mix, patting firmly to adhere.
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4.Place chicken in prepared skillet and cook, turning once, till coating is blackened and chicken is no longer pink, about 10 min.
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Place chicken on a serving platter.
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Serve immediately.
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VARIATIONBroil spice-coated chicken 4 inches from heat, turning once, till no longer pink, about 10 min.
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NOTES : I made this for dinner the other night and it was a bit on the warm side but good nonetheless.
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Enjoy.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 x skinless boneless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each), 2 Tbsp. diet margarine melted, 2 Tbsp. cayenne pepper, 1 Tbsp. paprika, and more.

Yes, Baton Rouge Chicken Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!