Description
Nashville hot chicken is a fiery sensation that combines crispy texture with bold, smoky flavors. This dish is perfect for gatherings, game days, or cozy nights in with friends and family. The heat from cayenne pepper paired with the rich buttermilk marinade makes every bite a delicious adventure. Get ready to spice up your table with this unforgettable Southern classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked or regular)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a large bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken breasts and let them marinate in the fridge for at least one hour or overnight for best results.
- 2. Prepare the coating: In another bowl, combine flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3. Dredge the chicken: Remove each piece from the marinade, shake off excess liquid, and coat thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture.
- 4. Heat oil: In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5. Fry the chicken: Carefully add coated chicken pieces to the hot oil and fry in batches for about 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6. Create hot sauce glaze: Mix additional hot sauce with reserved frying oil in a small bowl. Brush over hot chicken before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 440
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg