Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 burger buns
- Pickles slices
- 1/2 cup Nashville hot sauce (see instructions)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
- Mix flour, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the seasoned flour, pressing to adhere.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels.
- Toss hot fried chicken in Nashville hot sauce until evenly coated.
- Toast burger buns lightly.
- Assemble sandwiches with chicken, pickles, and top with remaining hot sauce if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- This dish is best enjoyed fresh. Adjust hot sauce level to your spice preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Method: Frying, Marinating
- Cuisine: Southern American
- Diet: Gluten-Friendly
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
