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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches are a fiery delight, combining crispy fried chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce, all nestled in a toasted bun. Each bite bursts with flavor, thanks to the juicy chicken, creamy mayo, crunchy coleslaw, and tangy pickles. Perfect for a casual dinner or a game day feast, these sandwiches are sure to impress your family and friends!

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium chicken breasts
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup frying oil (or melted butter)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 4 burger buns (buttered and toasted)
  • Coleslaw (to taste)
  • Mayonnaise (to taste)
  • Pickles (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create four thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt and pepper. In one shallow bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. In another bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, dip into the buttermilk mixture, then coat again in the flour mixture.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat about two inches of oil in a heavy-duty pan to 350°F. Fry the chicken for three minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Transfer to a cooling rack.
  4. Make the Nashville Hot Sauce: In a small bowl, combine half a cup of hot frying oil with brown sugar and spices. Mix well and baste the fried chicken while it’s still hot.
  5. Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread mayonnaise on the bottom of each toasted bun. Add one piece of fried chicken followed by coleslaw and pickles. Serve immediately.

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