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A vibrant plate featuring crispy spicy Nashville hot chicken nestled inside a toasted bun, topped with pickles and drizzled with spicy sauce. The sandwich is styled on a rustic wooden board with a side of crunchy potato chips and a small bowl of cooling coleslaw. The bright red sauce contrasts with golden-brown chicken, creating an inviting, fiery look. Soft natural light enhances the textures and vibrant colors, styled casually with a slight rustic aesthetic.

Spicy Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

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A spicy, crunchy Nashville hot chicken sandwich with bold flavors and crispy texture, served with pickles and a side for a complete meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Buns
  • Pickles
  • Spicy Nashville hot sauce

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. Mix flour, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  3. Dredge marinated chicken in seasoned flour, coating thoroughly.
  4. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  6. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  7. Assemble sandwiches with fried chicken, pickles, and generous hot sauce on buns.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne for heat preference.
  • For a healthier version, bake instead of frying.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Adaptable for gluten-free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 650 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 25g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg