Easy and Delicious Nashville Hot Chicken

Oh boy, do I have a spicy treat for you today! Let’s talk Nashville Hot Chicken – it’s hot, it’s crispy, and it’s way better than anything you’re pulling from the freezer section. Imagine a spicy marinade hugging your chicken like a cozy blanket, followed by a crispy, crunchy coating. Trust me, a good plate of this is like a warm hug for your taste buds. Let me tell you why you should give it a whirl!

This recipe is more than just food; it’s a family thing. Every time the spicy scent starts wafting through our kitchen, my husband pokes his head in like it’s Christmas morning. I remember the first time I made it, he nearly sprinted to the kitchen, following his nose. Now, it’s a regular request when we want a little heat in our lives. It’s become kind of like a family event – even our youngest, who initially thought Tabasco was the spawn of the devil, has warmed to it (get it?).

Why You’ll Love This Easy and Delicious Nashville Hot Chicken

– It’s like a spicy food fiesta that’ll give your taste buds a wild ride.
– Quick prep, but you’ll look like a kitchen god/goddess.
– You get to control the spice level, so your mouth doesn’t go up in flames unless you want it to.

How to Make It

Alright, buckle in. Making this dish isn’t rocket science, but it does make your kitchen look like you’ve bossed it. So, you start by grabbing your chicken, and don’t judge me, I whack it a little just to let out my inner Hulk. You marinate it in some spicy concoction that’ll make anyone with a spice fear squirm but in a good way. When it’s properly marinated (read: absorbed all the spicy love), coat it generously with flour. Double dip if you’re feeling wild. Trust me. Put it in hot oil which should sizzle like you dropped an ice cube in there—this is your crispy magic. Turn it a couple of times, and voila! Look at you, ruling the hot chicken world.

Ingredient Notes

– Chicken: It’s kind of the star here, you know? I love it on the bone, but you do you.
– Hot Sauce: Go as wild or mild as you dare. I once knocked the whole bottle in – my husband still reminds me.
– Flour: Essential for that golden crunch we all dream about. I tried skipping it once… BIG mistake.

Recipe Steps:
1. Marinate the chicken in a spicy mix of hot sauce and spices.
2. Coat marinated chicken in flour, and dip again if you’re embracing chaos.
3. Fry in sizzling hot oil till crispy and deliciously golden.
4. Serve hot with extra spicy sauce if you dare!

What to Serve It With

Tips & Mistakes

Storage Tips

Had the patience to save some? Tuck those spicy beauties into an airtight container. Fridge it, preferably not long term – this stuff’s addictive. Next day cold chicken straight from the fridge is surprisingly delish, and hey, breakfast chicken isn’t illegal.

Variations and Substitutions

Running low on hot sauce? I’ve swapped in sriracha or a random mix when my pantry looks like a wasteland. Flourless diet? Make it with almond meal — though don’t expect KFC level crunch. Living on the edge? Just fry it; enjoy the crisps minus the heavy hit of spice.

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Easy and Delicious Nashville Hot Chicken

This Nashville Hot Chicken is a perfect balance of crispy, spicy, and flavorful, delivering an easy-to-make recipe for a classic Southern favorite.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 lb chicken thighs, bone-in and skin-on
• ▢ 1.5 cups buttermilk for marinade
• ▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ▢ 2 tbsp hot sauce for marinade
• ▢ 1 tbsp cayenne pepper adjust to spice preference
• ▢ 1 tsp smoked paprika
• ▢ 0.5 tsp garlic powder
• ▢ 0.5 tsp onion powder
• ▢ 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
• ▢ 3 tbsp butter melted, for hot oil sauce

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
• In another large bowl, whisk together flour, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing down to coat well.
• Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
• Fry the chicken in batches for about 8-10 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
• In a small saucepan, melt butter and stir in cayenne pepper and a pinch of smoked paprika to create the hot oil sauce.
• Brush the hot oil sauce generously over the fried chicken and serve immediately with pickles.

Notes

For less heat, reduce cayenne pepper and hot sauce amounts. Serve with coleslaw or white bread for an authentic experience.