Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich – Spicy, Crispy & Irresistible!
A fiery, crispy fried chicken patty drenched in hot sauce, topped with tangy pickles on soft buns. Perfect for spice lovers and flavor-packed comfort food.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 hamburger buns
- 1 cup pickles
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine buttermilk, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken thighs, submerge, and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight.
- Prepare the Breading: In a dish, mix flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the Oil: In a skillet, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge marinated chicken in seasoned flour, pressing to adhere.
- Fry the Chicken: Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F/75°C). Drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix mayonnaise and hot sauce; adjust spiciness to taste.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread sauce on buns, layer with fried chicken and pickles, then close the sandwiches.
Notes
Marinate overnight for richer flavor. Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature. Adjust hot sauce for spice level.