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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich

Bring the fiery, crispy flavors of Nashville hot chicken to your kitchen — no deep fryer needed!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper
  • Oil spray
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 brioche buns
  • Pickle chips

Equipment

  • Air fryer

Method
 

  1. Brine chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 2 hours.
  2. Mix flour with paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge chicken: flour → buttermilk → flour again.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 370°F. Spray chicken with oil and cook 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway.
  5. Melt butter and mix with cayenne, brown sugar, paprika, and garlic powder for glaze.
  6. Brush hot glaze over cooked chicken. Serve on buns with pickles.

Notes

Store leftovers in fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in air fryer at 350°F. Use gluten-free flour if needed. Adjust cayenne for spice preference.
Estimated Calories: ~550 per sandwich
An automated tool is used to calculate nutritional information. Accuracy not guaranteed.