Jul 14 2026
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Nashville Hot Chicken & Waffle Recipe

Inspired by Tolon
Time1h
Serves4

spicy chile paste | vanilla & buttermilk waffle | whipped local honey butter | indiana maple syrup

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Ingredients

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Nashville Hot Chicken

Method

Nashville Hot Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Dredge

    In a separate bowl, mix flour, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Dredge the Chicken

    Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

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