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Nashville Hot Chicken Recipe

Nashville Hot Chicken Recipe

4.7 from 15 reviews

Spice up your dinner with this Nashville Hot Chicken recipe that features crispy fried chicken coated in a fiery cayenne glaze. This iconic Southern dish is sure to add a kick to your meal!

Ingredients

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Chicken:

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 4 bone-in, skin-on drumsticks
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • vegetable oil for frying

Hot Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup hot frying oil (reserved)
  • 2 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine buttermilk and hot sauce, add chicken, and refrigerate.
  2. Prepare for Frying: Heat oil, mix flour and seasonings, dredge chicken.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Fry until golden and cooked through.
  4. Make the Glaze: Combine glaze ingredients and brush over fried chicken.
  5. Serve: Enjoy with pickles and bread.

Notes

  • Adjust cayenne for desired heat level.
  • For a crispier crust, double-dip in buttermilk and flour.
  • Pair with coleslaw for a balanced meal.

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