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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

These Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches are known for their spicy flavor and crispy texture, perfect for gatherings or a casual meal.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk Or substitute with milk and vinegar mixture
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper For seasoning and making cayenne oil
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying Ensure oil is hot for crispy texture
For Serving
  • 4 pieces sandwich buns
  • Pickles
  • Hot sauce For added flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Remove chicken from buttermilk, coat in the flour mixture, and fry until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix cayenne pepper with a bit of oil to make cayenne oil.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the sandwich by placing fried chicken on buns, drizzling with cayenne oil, and adding pickles.

Notes

For a spicier kick, increase the amount of cayenne pepper. Store cooked chicken separately from buns/pickles to maintain crispness.