Description
Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches are a mouthwatering Southern classic that packs a punch of spicy flavor in every bite. Perfect for any occasion—from game day to family dinners—these sandwiches feature crispy fried chicken coated in a spicy oil blend, served on toasted buns with refreshing coleslaw and pickles. The contrast of crunchy exterior and juicy meat creates an irresistible delight that is sure to impress your guests. With customizable toppings, you can make each sandwich unique to suit your taste. This easy-to-follow recipe will help you bring the taste of Nashville right into your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium chicken breasts
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- ½ cup frying oil (or melted butter)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cayenne powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Spices: cayenne, garlic powder, salt, black pepper
- 4 burger buns (buttered and toasted)
- Coleslaw
- Mayonnaise
- Pickles
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 cutlets; season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Whisk buttermilk and hot sauce in one bowl; mix flour, cornstarch, and spices in another.
- Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, dip in buttermilk, then coat again with flour.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F and fry chicken pieces for about 3 minutes per side until crispy and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Combine hot oil with brown sugar and spices; baste fried chicken generously before serving.
- Assemble sandwiches by spreading mayonnaise on toasted buns, adding fried chicken, coleslaw, and pickles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg