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Nashville-Style Hot Chicken

February 17, 2017 By Patricia 46 Comments

This dish is comfort food, for sure. I served Nashville-style hot chicken with creamy mashed potatoes and sautéed kale for an all-around, delicious meal. Chicken never tasted so good!

Nashville-style Hot Chicken is a winner for dinner! You'll love the flavors!

This is where you might want to roll your eyes, but I swear, this dish makes me shout, “Winner, winner! Chicken dinner!” Whoever came up with that saying must have had Nashville-style hot chicken, for sure.

Once again, I have to admit that this is my husband’s recipe. He’s a really good cook, and usually makes dishes that I don’t. His family has Southern roots, and he has several dishes in his repertoire that I love.

I’ve been inspired to create a few Southern-style recipes of my own that readers have loved, like Individual Cheesy Shrimp & Grits (one of my favorites, too) and another that’s perfect on crackers or bread — Pimento Cheese Spread — and for using as a topping for burgers. Really! I actually had it served like this in a restaurant in Charleston, S.C, and boy was it amazing.

Nashville-style Hot Chicken makes a fun meal. You'll love all the flavors!

Have you tried Nashville hot chicken before? It’s a specialty from — you guessed it — Nashville, Tennessee, that’s been around for ages. Like every recipe, this one has its own unique spin.

While it might not be exactly like your aunt or cousin would make it, it is delicious and a family favorite in my house. We don’t make it all the time because, well, fried chicken, but we love it when we have it.

Nashville-style Hot Chicken has it all! It's sweet, spicy, crispy, and juicy!

You’ll find this version of Nashville-style hot chicken with a bit of sweet (hellooooo brown sugar) and a bit of spice to go along with its crispy coating (which is perfect to help keep the chicken tender and juicy).

I’m eager to try different versions of this dish when I run across them, and it’s becoming more and more popular at restaurants around the country, including fast-food spots.

If you’re a fan of the sweet-and-spicy combo with chicken and love to toss it on the grill, you’ll love  Grilled Chicken with Cherry-Chili Sauce. It’s so easy to make, and perfect for barbecues and get togethers. We eat this often during the grilling season.

Nashville-style Hot Chicken is a winner! What a fun meal this makes!

I don’t know about you, but when I eat Nashville-style hot chicken, I like to think that I’m enjoying a bit of culinary Americana, and boy is it a winner! I hope you try this recipe soon, and enjoy.

Nashville-style Hot Chicken is a dish you'll want to make soon! You'll love everything about it!

Nashville-Style Hot Chicken

This is a chicken-dinner winner, for sure! It's got it all: sweet, spicy, crispy and juicy!

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Ingredients

    For the chicken
  • 4 (6-ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, divided
  • 3/4 teaspoon chili powder, divided
  • 3/4 cup flour
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 2-4 dashes hot sauce
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • For the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 4 dashes hot sauce
  • 3 tablespoons of the cooking oil

Instructions

    For the chicken
  1. Add the flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder to a shallow bowl. Whisk to combine and set aside.
  2. Add the beaten egg and hot sauce to another shallow bowl. Mix to combine. Set aside.
  3. Season the chicken with the 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon chili powder.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, coating both sides, then in the egg mixture (allow the excess to drip off into the bowl), and again in the flour. Set aside on a platter.
  5. Add the oil to a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the chicken and cook 4-5 minutes, flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until done. The internal temperature of the chicken should be 165 degrees F. as measured by a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part. Set aside the cooking oil.
  6. Set aside the chicken and cover it to keep it warm.
  7. For the sauce
  8. Immediately mix together the brown sugar, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 4 dashes hot sauce, and the 3 tablespoons cooking oil. Whisk to combine and pour over the warm chicken.
  9. Serve immediately.
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Nutrition

Calories: 3033 cal
Carbohydrates: 105 g
Fat: 185 g
Sodium: 2625 g
Cholesterol: 764 g
Protein: 229 g
Fiber: 6 g

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Comments

  1. Erren says

    February 17, 2017 at 5:26 pm

    The chicken looks amazing and I love the creamy mashed potato too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:52 am

      Thank you, Erren! (Spud Love as I like to say :)
      Reply
  2. Nicole McIntosh says

    February 17, 2017 at 5:31 pm

    YES! I love this! It looks absolutely delicious. I am definitely going to have to try and make it some time. XOXO- Nikki www.withlovenikki.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:52 am

      Thank you, Nikki! I hope you do, and enjoy!
      Reply
  3. Michelle says

    February 17, 2017 at 6:05 pm

    This looks great, can't wait to make it
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:52 am

      Thank you! I hope you get around to trying it, and enjoy!
      Reply
  4. Beth says

    February 17, 2017 at 9:00 pm

    I really not much for spicy foods so I'm afraid that this dish probably isn't for me. However, I love mashed potatoes! I could just eat those and be totally satisfied! Beth || www.TheStyleBouquet.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:50 am

      There's always something for everyone! Thanks, Beth!
      Reply
  5. Ana Ojha says

    February 17, 2017 at 10:35 pm

    It looks incredibly delicious and brown sugar adds an extra flavor to this recipe! Thanks for sharing this recipe with us!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:50 am

      Thanks for stopping by, Ana, and for your kind words!
      Reply
  6. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

    February 17, 2017 at 10:47 pm

    Loving the brown sugar addition to this chicken! Looks like a great meal for any weeknight but also fun to serve picnic style too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:50 am

      Thanks a bunch, Marlynn! It really is a great treat!
      Reply
  7. Deimarys says

    February 17, 2017 at 11:07 pm

    OMG!!! it sounds super tasty and easy to cook. If only I had the stomach so I could taste :(
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:49 am

      Thank you!
      Reply
  8. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

    February 18, 2017 at 12:37 am

    That looks absolutely, positively, finger-lickingly delectable!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:49 am

      Haha! Grab a napkin and enjoy! Thanks, Kimberly!
      Reply
  9. Chanelle Lynn says

    February 18, 2017 at 1:20 am

    This looks sooo delish! Amazing detailed photographs by the way! Thanks for sharing your recipe :) www.imagineyourart.org
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:48 am

      Thanks a bunch, Chanelle!
      Reply
  10. Michelle says

    February 18, 2017 at 1:33 am

    It looks and sounds amazing! I always am looking for new chicken recipes, because we eat so much of it here. I had never heard of Nashville hot chicken before today, but I can't wait to try it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 18, 2017 at 1:48 am

      Thanks so much, Michelle! It's a little different and big on flavor! Hope you get to try it!
      Reply
  11. Syama says

    February 18, 2017 at 2:08 am

    This dish looks so lovely ! The Kale and mash potato pairing is absolutely wonderful as well. Nice contrast of colors and textures ! Hot and spicy , Yum !!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2017 at 2:47 am

      Thanks a bunch, Syama!
      Reply
  12. Whitney @ Pretty Meets Practical says

    February 18, 2017 at 2:16 am

    I had Hot Chicken in Nashville a few months ago and I've been wanting to make my own! Can't wait to try your recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2017 at 2:46 am

      Oh, cool! Hope you give it a try, Whitney, and enjoy!
      Reply
  13. Kimberly C. says

    February 18, 2017 at 6:32 am

    Wow that chicken looks so good and the way you described how to make it is very clear. I might even be able to mimic this ;)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2017 at 2:46 am

      Thanks so much, Kimberly! Hope you give it a go!
      Reply
  14. Ola says

    February 18, 2017 at 10:24 am

    Any recipe that includes the words chicken, hot, and the South are winners in my book. LOL! This looks so delicious.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2017 at 2:45 am

      For sure! Thanks so much, Ola!
      Reply
  15. Leah says

    February 18, 2017 at 7:04 pm

    This sounds fantastic! i have never had it before, but I would love to make this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2017 at 2:45 am

      Thanks, Leah! Hope you give it a try - it's so good! :)
      Reply
  16. Ruthie says

    February 18, 2017 at 11:02 pm

    This looks delicious! My kind of meal!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2017 at 2:44 am

      Thanks, Ruthie! We love it!
      Reply
  17. Jenni. says

    February 18, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    This chicken looks absolutely amazing! Such a perfect dinner! Yummy!!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 19, 2017 at 2:43 am

      Thank you, Jenni!
      Reply
  18. Anna @ Crunchy Creamy Sweet says

    February 19, 2017 at 3:34 am

    I've never tried Nashville style chicken! This look incredible and I can't wait to try this recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 21, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      Thanks so much, Anna! Hope you like it!
      Reply
  19. Victoria says

    February 19, 2017 at 4:58 am

    i have to try this! the chicken looks oh so yummy!!!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 21, 2017 at 9:00 pm

      Thanks so much, Victoria!
      Reply
  20. Ellie says

    February 19, 2017 at 5:48 am

    Oh my gosh this looks so yummy! My husband and I love food like this so I'll definitely be giving this recipe a try. Ellie Www.scotchandstilettos.com
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 21, 2017 at 9:00 pm

      Thanks so much, Ellie! Hope you try it soon and enjoy!
      Reply
  21. Mimi says

    February 20, 2017 at 3:38 am

    This recipe looks DELISH, but it's not Nashville-style hot chicken. True hot chicken has no sauce... just a variety of spices in the breading. Try out Prince's or Hattie B.'s if you're ever in town. Would love to see your take on a true Nashville-style hot chicken.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 21, 2017 at 8:57 pm

      Thanks, Mimi! I love traditional recipes, and also adding my own flair to them, too. That's what I've tried to do here. Like I mentioned in the post, "this might not be how your cousin or aunt would make it..." I glad you sent some recommendations! I'd love to try BOTH Prince's and Hattie B.'s! Cheers!
      Reply
  22. Des @ Life's Ambrosia says

    February 20, 2017 at 7:35 am

    Spicy fired chicken is my weakness. This looks amazing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 21, 2017 at 8:55 pm

      So. Good! I try not to crave it too often, but that doesn't always work! :) Thanks, Des!
      Reply
  23. Cathy Trochelman says

    February 20, 2017 at 4:08 pm

    I kinda want to put that sauce on everything! It sounds so delicious!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      February 21, 2017 at 8:55 pm

      I've thought of that, too :) Thanks so much, Cathy!
      Reply

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