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Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Honey Recipe

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4.9 from 53 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x

Description

This Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Honey delivers a spicy, tangy, and sweet flavor explosion. Tender chicken thighs marinated in buttermilk and spices are coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and oven-baked to golden perfection. Finished with a warm honey-hot sauce glaze, crisp lettuce, pickles, and a creamy Dijon mayo spread, all piled on buttery brioche buns, this sandwich is a delicious and satisfying twist on classic Nashville hot chicken without the deep frying.

Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Breading and Topping

  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)

Sandwich Assembly

  • 4 brioche buns
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 4 slices of pickle

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs and ensure they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and flavor the meat.
  2. Preheat Oven and Prepare Coating: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Remove chicken thighs from the marinade, letting excess drip off, then evenly coat them in panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently so the crumbs stick well.
  3. Bake the Chicken: Place the coated chicken thighs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake them in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown, crispy, and cooked through.
  4. Prepare Honey Hot Sauce Glaze: While the chicken bakes, heat honey and hot sauce gently in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture is warmed and combined, then remove from heat.
  5. Make the Mayo Spread: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until smooth and well blended to create a flavorful sandwich spread.
  6. Assemble the Sandwiches: Lightly toast the brioche buns for extra texture and warmth. Spread a generous amount of the mayo-Dijon mixture on the bottom bun, layer with shredded lettuce, then place the crispy baked chicken thigh on top. Add a slice of pickle, and finish by drizzling the honey hot sauce glaze over the chicken. Top with the bun and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken longer than 30 minutes, up to overnight, will enhance tenderness and flavor.
  • Adjust hot sauce quantity in the glaze according to your preferred spice level.
  • For extra crispiness, you can broil the chicken for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
  • Substitute brioche buns with any soft sandwich buns of your choice.
  • Leftover honey hot sauce glaze can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days and warmed before use.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Sandwiches
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Nashville hot chicken, baked chicken sandwich, spicy chicken sandwich, honey hot sauce, panko crusted chicken, brioche bun sandwich

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