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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches: Try This Simple Recipe!

A delicious and spicy Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich recipe that is easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • Pickles for serving
  • Coleslaw for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together flour, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Remove chicken from the buttermilk marinade and let excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating.
  4. In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Carefully add the chicken, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Transfer the fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  6. To assemble the sandwiches, place a piece of fried chicken on the bottom half of each bun. Top with pickles and coleslaw, then add the top half of the bun.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your Nashville hot chicken sandwiches!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 30gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1000mgFiber: 2g

Notes

  • For extra heat, add more cayenne pepper to the flour mixture or drizzle hot sauce directly on the chicken before serving.
  • For a healthier option, bake the chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes instead of frying, flipping halfway through for even cooking.

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