Pan-Seared Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches

A take on the classic Nashville hot chicken dish, this sandwich is a flavorful and spicy American favorite. The combination of crispy fried chicken, tangy slaw, and creamy pickles, all sandwiched between a soft bun, is a match made in heaven. A perfect dish for those who love spicy food and a good comfort meal.

🛒 Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 2 tbsp Frank's RedHot sauce
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tbsp Cornstarch
• 1 cup Pickle slices
• 1 head Red cabbage
• 2 tbsp Mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp Hot sauce
• 4 pieces Soft buns

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1: In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.

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   Step 2: Preheat the oil in a large Dutch oven or deep fryer to 350°F.

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   Step 3: Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge in the flour, shaking off excess.

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   Step 4: Dip the floured chicken in the beaten egg and then coat in the cornstarch.

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   Step 5: Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-6 minutes per batch.

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   Step 6: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

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   Step 7: In a medium bowl, combine the pickle slices, red cabbage, and mayonnaise. Mix well to combine.

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   Step 8: Split the soft buns in half and toast until lightly browned.

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   Step 9: Assemble the sandwiches by placing a piece of fried chicken on the bottom bun, followed by a spoonful of the pickle slaw, and finally the top bun.

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    Step 10: Serve immediately and enjoy!

💡 Pro Tips

To make the dish spicier, add more hot sauce to the marinade or use ghost peppers for an extra kick. To make it milder, reduce the amount of hot sauce or omit it altogether. For added crunch, top the sandwich with shredded lettuce or diced tomatoes.

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