Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
732 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken
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A air fryer version of the popular hot chicken dish.
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Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 3 cups (709ml) buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons hot sauce such as Frank’s Red Hot or Louisiana sauce
- 5 cloves garlic finely minced
- 20 ounces (568g) chicken thighs 4 boneless and skinless thighs
- vegetable oil for frying
- 1 ½ cups (360g) all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
For the sauce:
- ½ cup (113g) butter 1 stick, cut into pieces
- 3 tablespoons cayenne pepper
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, and garlic. Add the chicken thighs and toss to coat. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or up to overnight.
- When you're ready to cook, preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F / 190 degrees C.
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and dip it in the flour mixture, coating both sides.
- Place the chicken in the air fryer basket, spray it with oil and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown. Flip the chicken halfway through cooking and spray with oil again.
- While the chicken is cooking, make the sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the cayenne pepper powder, brown sugar, garlic powder, and chili powder. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce is thickened and smooth.
- Remove the chicken from the air fryer and immediately toss it in the hot sauce. Serve hot.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken for at least 3 hours, or up to overnight. The longer the chicken marinates, the more flavorful it will be.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer. If you overcrowd the air fryer, the chicken will not cook evenly. If you scale up this recipe, then cook the meat in batches.
- Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F / 74 degrees C.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the juices to redistribute throughout, resulting in a more tender and juicy chicken.
- Toss the meat in the sauce just before serving. That way you make sure every bit of your chicken is evenly coated in the buttery sauce. #yumright?
- Add pickle juice – Add a little pickle juice to the buttermilk marinade - trust me your taste buds will forever thank you.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
732kcal
(37%)
Carbohydrates
63g
(21%)
Protein
39g
(78%)
Fat
36g
(55%)
Saturated Fat
20g
(100%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
10g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
215mg
(72%)
Sodium
1434mg
(60%)
Potassium
807mg
(23%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
18g
(36%)
Vitamin A
2904IU
(58%)
Vitamin C
14mg
(16%)
Calcium
260mg
(26%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 732 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 732kcal | 37% |
| Carbohydrates | 63g | 21% |
| Protein | 39g | 78% |
| Fat | 36g | 55% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 215mg | 72% |
| Sodium | 1434mg | 60% |
| Potassium | 807mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 2904IU | 58% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 260mg | 26% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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