Daniel’s Nashville Chicken Recipe
Fried chicken breast tossed in our own special sauce with lettuce, tomato and pickles.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Sauce
Toppings
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
Breading the Chicken
- 3
Mix the Breading
In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off excess flour.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the breaded chicken to the hot oil. Fry for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- 7
Drain the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Making the Sauce
- 8
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together hot sauce, melted butter, and brown sugar until well combined.
- 9
Toss Chicken in Sauce
Once the chicken has cooled slightly, toss it in the prepared sauce until well coated.
Assembling the Dish
- 10
Prepare the Toppings
On a serving plate or bun, layer leafy lettuce, sliced tomato, and sliced pickles.
- 11
Serve the Chicken
Place the sauced chicken on top of the toppings. Serve immediately and enjoy!