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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches


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  • Author: Sofia
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches are a must-try for spice lovers! These fried chicken sandwiches feature a crispy crust and juicy meat, perfectly complemented by creamy mayo, tangy coleslaw, and pickles. The combination of bold flavors and a kick of heat makes them the ultimate comfort food for any occasion, be it game day or a casual dinner. Best of all, they’re quick to make, taking just 40 minutes from prep to plate.


Ingredients

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  • 2 medium chicken breasts
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • Spices: cayenne, garlic powder, salt, black pepper
  • Frying oil (or melted butter)
  • Burger buns, coleslaw, mayonnaise, pickles

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create cutlets. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together buttermilk and hot sauce; in another, mix flour, cornstarch, and spices.
  3. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, dip in buttermilk mixture, then coat again with flour.
  4. Heat oil to 350ºF in a skillet; fry chicken for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Combine hot frying oil with brown sugar and spices; baste fried chicken with this mixture.
  6. Assemble sandwiches with mayonnaise on toasted buns, add fried chicken, coleslaw, and pickles.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 560
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 960mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 27g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg