These Nashville hot chicken biscuits are a delicious blend of crispy, spicy fried chicken and fluffy homemade biscuits. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a savory snack, this recipe brings the heat and the flavor to your table.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup butter
- 8 homemade buttermilk biscuits
Directions
- In a large bowl, marinate chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, then back in the buttermilk, and again in the flour mixture. Repeat for all pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry chicken thighs until crispy and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter and hot sauce over low heat, stirring until combined.
- Brush hot sauce mixture over fried chicken thighs.
- Split buttermilk biscuits in half and place a fried chicken thigh on each biscuit. Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Nashville hot chicken is a popular dish from Nashville, Tennessee known for its spicy flavor.
The heat level of Nashville hot chicken can vary, so adjust the cayenne pepper to your taste preferences.
Buttermilk is a key ingredient in both the chicken marinade and biscuit dough, providing a tangy flavor and tender texture.