Recipe #030 · Nashville Hot Chicken N Pickle

Nashville Hot Chicken N’ Pickle World’s Best Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 Tbsp hot sauce
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 Tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tsp BANGIN’ Nashville Hot Chicken N’ Pickle Spice Blend
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• Pickle slices, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1. In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken, toss to coat, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, BANGIN’ Nashville Hot Chicken N’ Pickle Spice Blend, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
3. Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
4. Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (about 2 inches deep).
5. Fry chicken in batches for 5–7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temp reaches 165°F. Don’t overcrowd the pan.
6. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate. Let rest 5 minutes.
7. Serve hot with pickle slices on top for the ultimate Nashville Hot Chicken N’ Pickle experience!

Tip: Double fry for extra crunch! Fry once, let rest 5 minutes, then fry again for 2–3 minutes until extra crispy.

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