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Place chicken in a container with 4 cups water and 3 tablespoons salt. Swish salt to dissolve. Let the chicken brine in refrigerator 2 to 3 hours. In medium bowl, stir together paprika, oregano, thyme, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne powder, black pepper, 1 teaspoon white pepper, and half teaspoon salt.
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Rinse chicken and then pat dry with paper towels. Place chicken between 2 pieces of plastic wrap. Pound gently with meat pounder to equalize thickness of chicken (about 1/2-inch thick). Keep refrigerated while you prepare potatoes.
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In large saucepan, bring 3 quarts water to boil. Add potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Drain potatoes and return to pot. Using potato masher, mash with butter until creamy but still chunky, then stir in 3/4 cup milk. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and keep warm while you cook chicken.
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Pat chicken dry with paper towels and generously rub both sides with spice rub. Heat 2 teaspoons vegetable oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken and cook until exterior is very dark and an instant read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 150 to 155u00b0F, about 5 minutes for each side, adding more oil for the second side. Transfer to cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
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Check consistency of potatoes and add more milk to loosen if desired. Slice chicken and serve over potatoes.
