Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich is a delightful twist on the classic fried version, delivering juicy, spicy chicken baked to golden perfection. Nestled between soft buns and topped with crunchy coleslaw and zesty hot sauce, this sandwich promises a burst of bold flavors in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, enjoy this healthier take without sacrificing taste!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 white bread buns
- 2 cups coleslaw mix
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat each chicken breast in the mixture.
- Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- While chicken bakes, combine hot sauce with reserved marinade or olive oil in a bowl.
- Assemble sandwiches by placing baked chicken on toasted buns, drizzling with sauce, and topping with coleslaw.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate chicken in a spicy buttermilk mixture overnight.- Swap chicken for cauliflower for a vegetarian option.- Pair with classic sides like fries or pickles for added crunch.