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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A spicy, crispy fried chicken sandwich inspired by Nashville's famous hot chicken, perfect for a flavorful meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts (about 1.5 pounds)
  • for frying peanut or vegetable oil (for frying)

Breading

  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

Wet ingredients

  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar-based hot sauce
  • 1/4 cup pickle juice

Additional seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons cayenne powder (add more to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt (more to taste)

Buns and toppings

  • unsalted butter for toasting buns
  • pickles pickles (for serving)

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken breasts in pickle juice and hot sauce for 15 minutes.
  • Mix dry ingredients and coat chicken, then dip in wet mixture.
  • Fry chicken in hot oil until golden and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Toast brioche buns with butter until golden.
  • Assemble sandwiches with fried chicken, pickles, and spicy sauce.

Notes

Adjust spice level by adding more cayenne to taste.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Hot Chicken, Sandwich