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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

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Nashville hot chicken sandwiches are a flavor-packed delight that will elevate your meal time. This dish features crispy fried chicken marinated in buttermilk and coated in a spicy blend of seasonings, then nestled between soft buns with tangy pickles and a secret sauce. Perfect for gatherings or a satisfying dinner, it’s guaranteed to bring a taste of Nashville right to your kitchen.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • 1 cup dill pickles, sliced
  • 4 brioche or potato buns
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • 4 tbsp melted butter

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, combine chicken and buttermilk. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the breading: Mix flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, and salt in another bowl.
  3. Dredge the chicken: Remove marinated chicken and coat each piece in the flour mixture.
  4. Fry the chicken: Heat oil in a pan and fry chicken until golden brown (about 5–7 minutes per side).
  5. Make the sauce: Blend hot sauce with melted butter and extra cayenne for spice.
  6. Assemble the sandwich: Toast buns lightly, layer with pickles and fried chicken, then drizzle with sauce.

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