Nashville Hot Chicken

Get ready to bring the fiery heat of the South to your kitchen with this authentic Nashville Hot Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs marinated in tangy buttermilk and hot sauce, then coated in a perfectly spiced flour mixture, this dish boasts a satisfyingly crunchy crust with every bite. Fried to golden perfection and brushed with a bold, buttery cayenne glaze, this recipe delivers the iconic mouthwatering heat that Nashville is known for. Serve your hot chicken with classic accompaniments like dill pickles and soft white bread to balance the spice and complete the ultimate Southern comfort meal. Perfect for spice lovers, this crowd-pleasing dish is a must-try for game days, family dinners, or any time you’re craving a taste of Tennessee!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs
• 2 cups Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Paprika
• 1 tablespoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup Butter
• 2 tablespoons Light brown sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Place the chicken thighs in the mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.

Step 2

In another bowl, combine the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, pressing gently to adhere. Shake off excess.

Step 4

In a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Fry the chicken in batches, careful not to overcrowd the pot, for about 8-10 minutes per side or until golden brown and crisp. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).

Step 6

Transfer the chicken to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain.

Step 7

In a separate small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in cayenne pepper, brown sugar, and a pinch of salt until dissolved and well combined.

Step 8

Brush the spicy butter mixture generously over the hot fried chicken.

Step 9

Serve the Nashville Hot Chicken immediately, traditionally with pickles and white bread to soak up the spicy sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2422.9 grams (2422.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10586

Total Fat 1014.90g	1301%
Saturated Fat 199.80g	999%
Polyunsaturated Fat 541.40g
Cholesterol 881mg	294%
Sodium 7054mg	307%
Total Carbohydrate 244.50g	89%
Dietary Fiber 11.60g	41%
Total Sugars 51.40g
Protein 200.00g	400%

Vitamin D 314IU	1568%
Calcium 747mg	57%
Iron 20mg	108%
Potassium 2755mg	59%

*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: 83.7%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 9.0%