Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound it to an even thickness. Brush with 1 tablespoon of oil, reserving the rest of the oil for cooking.
In a bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper and then sprinkle evenly over the chicken.
Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through, ensuring the internal temperature reaches 165°F.