Blackened Chicken Bites with Avocado Ranch

Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, combine the 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Stir these spices together until they are well mixed.
2. 2Add the about 450 g chicken breast, cut into 2.54 cm cubes, to the bowl with the spice mixture. Toss the chicken cubes gently with your hands or a spoon until every piece is evenly coated with the spices.
3. 3Place a 25.4 cm skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet and let it heat up until it shimmers, which should take about 1 minute.
4. 4Carefully add the coated chicken cubes to the hot skillet in a single layer. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes, turning the pieces occasionally, until they are deeply browned on all sides and the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 74°C.
5. 5While the chicken is cooking, prepare the avocado ranch. Place the 1 medium avocado (pitted and scooped out), 1/4 cup dairy-free sour cream, 1 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped), 1 clove minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper into a food processor.
6. 6Blend the ingredients in the food processor until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the processor bowl as needed to ensure everything is incorporated.
7. 7Serve the about 450 g blackened chicken bites immediately with the prepared avocado ranch for dipping.

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