Nashville Hot Chicken Sliders Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Dredging Mixture
Frying and Assembly
Method
Chicken Marinade
- 1
Prepare Marinade
In a large bowl, mix together the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 2
Marinate Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Dredging Mixture
- 3
Prepare Dredging Mixture
In a shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and additional salt. Mix well to combine.
Frying and Assembly
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Dredge Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- 6
Fry Chicken
Carefully place the dredged chicken into the hot oil. Fry for about 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Drain Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- 8
Assemble Sliders
To assemble the sliders, place a piece of fried chicken on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top with pickles and coleslaw if desired, then place the top half of the bun on.