Step 1

Combine smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper,  oregano and salt in a Ziploc bag.  Shake to combine.

Step 2

Brush chicken breasts lightly on both sides with oil or spray with baking spray. Use your hands to spread the seasonings evenly over the chicken.

Step 3

Heat one tablespoon canola oil in a nonstick skillet over medium to medium high heat until it is smoking. Cook chicken until it is golden brown (almost black) on both sides and cooked through; approximately 5 minutes each side. Remove from skillet. Cover with a loose aluminum foil tent; let rest for 10 minutes.