Boneless Tennessee Chicken

Crispy, flavorful, and irresistibly sweet and spicy, Boneless Tennessee Chicken is the ultimate Southern-inspired comfort dish that’s sure to impress. Succulent chicken breasts are marinated in tangy buttermilk and hot sauce for maximum tenderness and flavor, then coated in a perfectly seasoned blend of flour, cornstarch, and spices for a golden, crunchy crust. A luscious honey glaze—infused with brown sugar, chipotle chili powder, and apple cider vinegar—takes this fried chicken to the next level with the perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Ready in under an hour, this dish is ideal for a family dinner or a weekend indulgence, especially when paired with classic sides like creamy mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or buttery cornbread. Satisfy your cravings with this crowd-pleasing Tennessee twist on fried chicken!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless chicken breasts
• 2 cups Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 4 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 1.5 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon Chipotle chili powder

Directions

Step 1

Place the boneless chicken breasts in a large bowl. Pour the buttermilk and hot sauce over the chicken, ensuring it is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to overnight) to tenderize and infuse flavor.

Step 2

In another bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and paprika to create the breading mix.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Coat each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.

Step 5

Fry the breaded chicken in batches, 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken and place it on a wire rack or paper-towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar, butter, apple cider vinegar, and chipotle chili powder. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened (about 3-4 minutes).

Step 7

Brush the warm honey glaze generously over the fried chicken breasts.

Step 8

Serve hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread for a true Tennessee-style feast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2039.1 grams (2039.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6370

Total Fat 484.80g	622%
Saturated Fat 89.20g	446%
Polyunsaturated Fat 270.50g
Cholesterol 711mg	237%
Sodium 4342mg	189%
Total Carbohydrate 281.70g	102%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 111.30g
Protein 251.60g	503%

Vitamin D 293IU	1465%
Calcium 709mg	55%
Iron 17mg	94%
Potassium 2851mg	61%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.2%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 17.3%