AIR-FRYER NASHVILLE HOT CHICKEN

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I live in Tennessee and absolutely love our state's famous Nashville hot chicken. To make cooking it easier, I thought I'd try air-frying. I'm so glad I did-this Nashville hot chicken recipe is almost better than the original. -April Lane, Greeneville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons dill pickle juice, divided
2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce, divided
1 teaspoon salt, divided
2 pounds chicken tenderloins
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 large egg
1/2 cup buttermilk
Cooking spray
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Dill pickle slices

Steps:

  • In a bowl or shallow dish, combine 1 tablespoon pickle juice, 1 tablespoon hot sauce and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add chicken and turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour. Drain, discarding any marinade., Preheat air fryer to 375°. In a shallow bowl, mix flour, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and the pepper. In another shallow bowl, whisk egg, buttermilk, and the remaining 1 tablespoon pickle juice and 1 tablespoon hot sauce. Dip chicken in flour to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then again in flour mixture., In batches, arrange chicken in a single layer on well-greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 5-6 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 5-6 minutes longer., Whisk together oil, cayenne pepper, brown sugar and seasonings; pour over hot chicken and toss to coat. Serve with pickles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 170mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 39g protein.

Georgina Smith
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I made this chicken for my friends last night and they all raved about it! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the breading was flavorful and crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Sofia Mohammed
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This chicken was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the breading was flavorful and crispy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Hema Sapkota
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I made this chicken for my family last night and they all loved it! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the breading was flavorful and crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Wayne Leaba
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This chicken was so good! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Lilith Serne Avante
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I made this chicken for my friends last night and they all raved about it! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the breading was flavorful and crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Rohan Parveze
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This chicken was easy to make and turned out great! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the breading was flavorful and crispy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Jessie Gonzalez
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I made this chicken for my family last night and they all loved it! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the breading was flavorful and crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


Trevor Remekie
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This chicken was so good! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the breading was crispy and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Blanca Igwe
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I made this chicken for my friends last night and they all raved about it! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the breading was flavorful and crispy. I will definitely be making this again.


John Marineau
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chicken turned out great! I loved the crispy skin and the juicy meat. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Godfred Afram
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This air-fryer Nashville hot chicken is amazing! The chicken was cooked to perfection and had the perfect amount of heat. I will definitely be making this again.