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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

Enjoy spicy and crispy Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches with a sweet and smoky flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

Chicken

  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)

Marinade

  • 1 cup buttermilk

Breading

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

Oil

  • 3 cups vegetable or peanut oil (for frying)

Spice Mix

  • ½ cup cayenne pepper
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons smoked paprika

For Serving

  • 4 pieces brioche buns
  • to taste dill pickle chips for serving

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  • Prepare a breading station with seasoned flour. Dredge marinated chicken in flour and fry until golden brown.
  • Assemble the sandwiches with fried chicken on brioche buns and top with dill pickle chips.

Notes

Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of cayenne pepper in the mix.
Keyword fried chicken, Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches, spicy chicken