Fiery Paprika-Rubbed Chicken Breasts
Skinless chicken breasts are coated in a pantry spice rub of paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and cayenne, creating a richly colored crust with warm heat and savory depth. Grilled until juicy and tender, they make a flavorful centerpiece for a weeknight dinner or a casual outdoor meal.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Fiery Paprika-Rubbed Chicken Breasts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 70 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 23 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 70
- Heart Health
- 83
- Metabolic
- 41
- Digestive
- 43
- Inflammatory
- 62
- Performance
- 62
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate.
- 2
Mix paprika, garlic powder, salt, onion powder, thyme, cayenne pepper, and ground black pepper in a bowl. Set aside the reserved spice mixture; store the remainder in an airtight container for later use.
- 3
Rub the reserved spice mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- 4
Cook chicken on the preheated grill until juices run clear, 6 to 8 minutes on each side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 301.97 kcal Moderate 15%
- Protein 56.99 g Good Source 114%
- Carbohydrate 11.9 g 4%
- Total Fat 3.36 g Low Source 4%
- Saturated Fat 0.25 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 141.58 mg High 47%
- Sodium 196.22 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 4.79 g Moderate 17%
- Total Sugars 1.1 g --
- Added Sugars 0.13 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 68.81 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 3.39 mg Moderate 19%
- Potassium 241.41 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 7.31 mcg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin C 0.56 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Fiery Paprika Rubbed Chicken Breasts is made with 9 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, and Dried Thyme. Each serving provides about 301.97 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Fiery Paprika-Rubbed Chicken Breasts made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Cayenne Pepper, Chicken Breast, Dried Thyme, Garlic Powder. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Fiery Paprika-Rubbed Chicken Breasts?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 301.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Fiery Paprika-Rubbed Chicken Breasts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Fiery Paprika-Rubbed Chicken Breasts healthy?
- Fiery Paprika-Rubbed Chicken Breasts has an easyChef Pro health score of 62/100. Per serving, it provides 301.97 calories and 56.99 g of protein, or 114% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 196.22 mg (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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