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Nashville-Style Hot Chicken Sandwich

Savor the Heat: Nashville-Style Hot Chicken Sandwich Delight

Experience the crispy and spicy Nashville-Style Hot Chicken Sandwich, a perfect blend of flavors wrapped in a buttery brioche bun.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 0.5 cup vinegar-based hot sauce adjust to heat preference
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free if needed
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper or white pepper for milder option
  • 1 teaspoon salt kosher salt works best
For the Dipping Oil
  • 2 cups oil for frying vegetable, peanut, or canola oil
  • 0.5 cup frying oil neutral oil
  • 0.25 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne powder adjust for heat
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for a twist
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
For Assembling the Sandwich
  • 4 pieces burger buns brioche or gluten-free
  • 1 cup coleslaw homemade or store-bought
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise flavored mayo or Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup bread and butter pickle chips or dill pickles

Equipment

  • heavy-duty skillet
  • thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brine the Chicken: Season sliced chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Prepare the Breading Station: Combine flour, garlic powder, cayenne, paprika, chili powder, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, whisk buttermilk and hot sauce.
  3. Bread the Chicken: Dredge chicken in the seasoned flour, dip in the buttermilk mixture, then return to the flour for an even coating.
  4. Heat the Oil: Pour oil into a skillet and heat to 350°F (160°C).
  5. Fry the Chicken: Fry breaded chicken for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Make the Hot Basting Sauce: Mix ½ cup of frying oil with brown sugar, cayenne, and chili powder in a bowl.
  7. Assemble the Sandwich: Toast brioche buns, spread mayonnaise, layer with fried chicken, coleslaw, and pickle chips.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the sandwich warm with sweet potato fries or a light salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Brining enhances juiciness. Avoid overcrowding the pan during frying. Maintain oil temperature to ensure crispy chicken.

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