Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Topped with cole slaw, pickles & house made Dab sauce
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Dab Sauce
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinate the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Prepare the Breading
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well.
Fry the Chicken
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Bread the Chicken
Remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Fry the chicken pieces in hot oil for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Make the Dab Sauce
- 7
Mix Sauce Ingredients
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lemon juice until smooth.
Assemble the Sandwich
- 8
Build the Sandwich
Spread a generous amount of Dab sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a piece of fried chicken on top, followed by coleslaw and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.
