Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLeo's Seafood Restaurant & BarNashville Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Nashville Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Time2h
Serves4

marinated, breaded & fried , sliced pickles, side of hot butter sauce, brioche, waffle fries

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Assembly

Method

Marinade Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare Marinade

    In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Bread and Fry

  1. 2

    Prepare Breading

    In a shallow dish, combine flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well.

  2. 3

    Bread Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Set aside on a wire rack.

  3. 4

    Fry Chicken

    In a deep skillet, heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches for about 5-7 minutes each or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Assemble Sandwich

  1. 5

    Build Sandwich

    Spread the hot butter sauce on the bottom half of the brioche bun. Place a piece of fried chicken on top, add pickles, and finish with the top half of the bun.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Serve with a side of waffle fries and additional hot butter sauce for dipping.

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