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Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Honey

Irresistibly Spicy Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Honey

This Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Honey is a spicy, sweet, and healthier twist on a Southern classic, perfect for weeknight comfort food.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or substitute with chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt or sea/kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
For the Breading
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs or regular breadcrumbs
For the Honey Glaze
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce adjust based on spice tolerance
For the Sandwich
  • 4 pieces brioche buns or whole wheat/gluten-free buns
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or regular mustard
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or other greens
  • 1/2 cup pickles or sliced jalapeños

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Shallow dish
  • Baking sheet
  • saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
  2. Prepare breading by coating chicken thighs in panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Bake chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Make honey glaze by combining honey and hot sauce over low heat.
  5. Prepare sauce by mixing mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
  6. Assemble sandwiches with buns, sauce, lettuce, chicken, pickles, and honey glaze.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for enhanced tenderness. Adjust spice levels according to preference. Toasting buns adds flavor and prevents sogginess.

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