Description
Nashville Hot Chicken is a mouthwatering Southern classic that delivers an unforgettable fiery kick. This recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in spicy buttermilk, coated in a seasoned flour mix, and fried until perfectly crispy. The final touch is a drizzle of spicy oil that elevates the flavor profile to new heights, making it an ideal dish for gatherings or a cozy night in. Whether served alone or as a sandwich with pickles and creamy sauce, Nashville Hot Chicken is sure to impress with its bold taste and satisfying crunch. Get ready to transport your taste buds straight to Nashville with this easy-to-follow recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least one hour (or overnight).
- In a bowl, mix flour, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Combine hot sauce and brown sugar; drizzle over fried chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg