Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich Recipe
spicy fried chicken breast, pickles, shredded lettuce, slaw, Duke's mayo
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Chicken Coating
Frying
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinate Chicken
- 1
Prepare Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
- 2
Marinate Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Prepare Coating
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
Fry Chicken
- 4
Heat Oil
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Coat Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 6
Fry Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 10-12 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Drain Chicken
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Assemble Sandwich
- 8
Prepare Buns
Slice the brioche buns in half and spread a generous amount of Duke's mayonnaise on the bottom half.
- 9
Layer Ingredients
Top the mayonnaise with shredded lettuce, pickles, and the fried chicken breast. Add the slaw mix on top of the chicken.
- 10
Complete Sandwich
Place the top half of the bun over the slaw and serve immediately.