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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches are a must-try for spice enthusiasts and comfort food lovers alike. This dish features perfectly fried chicken breasts, marinated in a zesty buttermilk and hot sauce mix, coated in a crunchy breading, and smothered in a fiery Nashville hot sauce. Each sandwich is layered with creamy mayonnaise, tangy coleslaw, and crisp pickles, all nestled between toasted buns. Whether you’re hosting a game day or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these sandwiches are guaranteed to impress your guests with their bold flavors and satisfying crunch.

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)
  • 4 burger buns
  • Coleslaw
  • Mayonnaise
  • Pickles

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Whisk buttermilk and hot sauce in one bowl; combine flour, cornstarch, and spices in another.
  3. Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, dip into the buttermilk mixture, then return to the flour mixture for an even coating.
  4. Heat oil to 350ºF in a heavy-duty pan; fry chicken for about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. In a bowl, mix hot oil with brown sugar and spices to create the Nashville hot sauce; baste over the fried chicken while hot.
  6. Assemble by spreading mayo on toasted buns, adding fried chicken, coleslaw, and pickles.

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