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nashville hot chicken

Nashville Hot Chicken: 5 Spicy Steps to Flavor Bliss

Nashville hot chicken is a spicy fried chicken dish originating from Nashville, Tennessee.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. Mix flour, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a bowl.
  3. Coat marinated chicken in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 15-18 minutes.
  6. Remove chicken and let it rest on paper towels.

Notes

  • Adjust the cayenne for desired spice level.
  • Serve with pickles and white bread.
  • For extra flavor, brush with hot oil before serving.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Nashville hot chicken, spicy fried chicken, Southern cuisine