Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a baking sheet with non-stick spray or butter. Preheat a cast-iron skillet over high heat for 5-10 minutes or until smoking hot.

Step 2

Whisk together paprika, salt, cayenne, cumin, thyme, white pepper, and onion powder. Grease the chicken breasts with cooking spray and rub the spice mixture evenly onto them.

Step 3

Place the chicken in the preheated skillet and sear both sides for 1 minute each. Transfer the breasts onto the greased baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake the chicken for 15-20 minutes, or until no longer pink in the middle and the juices run clear. If using a meat thermometer, the chicken’s internal temperature should be 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes. Serve and enjoy!