{"id":30131,"date":"2021-10-10T21:53:43","date_gmt":"2021-10-11T01:53:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/?p=30131"},"modified":"2021-10-10T21:53:43","modified_gmt":"2021-10-11T01:53:43","slug":"air-fryer-nashville-hot-chicken","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/2021\/10\/10\/air-fryer-nashville-hot-chicken\/","title":{"rendered":"Easy Air Fryer Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwiches"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#f9a72b\"><strong>This super simple air fryer Nashville hot chicken sandwich recipe delivers all the bold, spicy flavor you\u2019ve come to know and love in under 20 minutes.\u00a0<\/strong>Don\u2019t have an air fryer?\u00a0No worries! I\u2019ll cover that, too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Air-Fryer-spicy-chicken-sandwiches-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Two air fried Nashville hot chicken sandwiches with pickles surrounded by fries. \" class=\"wp-image-30349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Air-Fryer-spicy-chicken-sandwiches-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Air-Fryer-spicy-chicken-sandwiches-1-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Air-Fryer-spicy-chicken-sandwiches-1-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Air-Fryer-spicy-chicken-sandwiches-1-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Air-Fryer-spicy-chicken-sandwiches-1-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/Air-Fryer-spicy-chicken-sandwiches-1-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-70f3d7d2\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M478.21 334.093L336 256l142.21-78.093c11.795-6.477 15.961-21.384 9.232-33.037l-19.48-33.741c-6.728-11.653-21.72-15.499-33.227-8.523L296 186.718l3.475-162.204C299.763 11.061 288.937 0 275.48 0h-38.96c-13.456 0-24.283 11.061-23.994 24.514L216 186.718 77.265 102.607c-11.506-6.976-26.499-3.13-33.227 8.523l-19.48 33.741c-6.728 11.653-2.562 26.56 9.233 33.037L176 256 33.79 334.093c-11.795 6.477-15.961 21.384-9.232 33.037l19.48 33.741c6.728 11.653 21.721 15.499 33.227 8.523L216 325.282l-3.475 162.204C212.237 500.939 223.064 512 236.52 512h38.961c13.456 0 24.283-11.061 23.995-24.514L296 325.282l138.735 84.111c11.506 6.976 26.499 3.13 33.227-8.523l19.48-33.741c6.728-11.653 2.563-26.559-9.232-33.036z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0071a1\"><a>I love using my air fryer for these sandwiches because:<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Six Ingredient Recipe.&nbsp;<\/strong>There are just six ingredients in the sandwich itself, plus a little bit of oil, salt, and pepper. That\u2019s it! Six ingredients to make the perfect sandwich, every time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No mess or deep fryer small.&nbsp;<\/strong>Chicken in the air fryer comes out super crispy without the mess of deep frying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Super speedy!<\/strong>&nbsp;It cooks in about half the time it would take in the oven. Plus there\u2019s no preheat time, which means I save at least 15 minutes right off the bat!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-meet-the-spiciest-sandwich-in-town\">Meet The Spiciest Sandwich In Town!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you tried Nashville hot chicken yet? This popular dish seems like it\u2019s been everywhere lately, and for good reason. The sweet and spicy mix of cayenne pepper and brown sugar is absolutely delicious!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I\u2019ve loved fast food crispy chicken sandwiches ever since I was a kid, but Nashville hot chicken sauce really takes them to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re dreaming of the perfect balance between spicy, savory, and just plain mouthwatering, buckle up because we&#8217;re about to take your taste buds on a tour through Nashville with the best seat in the house \u2013 your own kitchen!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re really going to love this recipe because it\u2019s super simple, yet so incredibly tasty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-2.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead view of the ingredients needed to make spicy Nashville hot chicken sandwiches in the air fryer with frozen chicken fillets. \" class=\"wp-image-30183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-2-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-2-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-2-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-2-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients\">Ingredients needed to make Nashville hot chicken sauce<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This spicy sauce is traditionally made by adding spices to the hot oil (usually peanut oil) used to fry chicken. Since we\u2019re using an air fryer (or oven) for this recipe, you won\u2019t have fry oil. That\u2019s ok though! I\u2019ve found that olive oil or vegetable oil works just as well. I mix it with a little water to improve the texture and keep the calories down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>In addition to oil and water, you\u2019ll need:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cayenne Pepper.&nbsp;<\/strong>Cayenne contributes both heat and flavor to this tasty sauce! You can adjust the amount up or down to suit your personal preferences. We like things firy hot, so I use 1 1\/2 teaspoon when I\u2019m making this recipe for us. 1 teaspoon is a good starting place for most people. If you only like a whisper of heat, you could start with just 1\/2 teaspoon.Definitely adjust the amount of cayenne pepper to suit your tastebuds!&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Brown Sugar.&nbsp;<\/strong>Sugar helps balance out all of that heat and adds rich, molasses notes to the sauce. You can use dark or light for this recipe, it\u2019s pretty forgiving. Grab whatever you have!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Paprika.<\/strong>&nbsp;This add color as well as a subtle smoky flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Garlic Powder.<\/strong>&nbsp;A little garlic powder rounds things out and makes the flavors more complex, without tasting super garlicky. I\u2019ve left this out before and the recipe still works, but it\u2019s definitely better with it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don\u2019t want to make your own homemade Nashville hot chicken seasoning, you can also buy Aldi Nashville hot chicken seasoning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-1.jpg\" alt=\"Mixing up your own homemade Nashville hot chicken sauce is easy with spices, brown sugar, and oil. \" class=\"wp-image-30182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-1-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-1-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-1-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-1-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yup, we\u2019re using frozen chicken for these sandwiches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To keep these sandwiches really easy for weeknight dinners, I start with frozen breaded chicken breast fillets, then mix up the spicy sauce while they cook. You could also use chicken tenders.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using frozen chicken really speeds up the cooking process, since you don&#8217;t need to deal with setting up a breading station. In an ideal world, I\u2019d have the time and energy to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-chicken-cutlets-no-egg\">bread my own chicken breasts<\/a>&nbsp;for these sandwiches, but I don\u2019t live in that world. If using frozen chicken is the difference between me cooking dinner and ordering take-out, so be it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These Tyson chicken breast fillets are really good, and made with whole chicken breasts\u2013no chicken patties here!&nbsp;I also love using Aldi red bag chicken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"method\">To air fry or to bake?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t worry if the chicken you buy doesn&#8217;t say it can be made in an air fryer. It still can!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you don&#8217;t have an air fryer<\/strong>, it&#8217;s ok. Bake them at 425\u00baF for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thecookful.com\/air-fryer-chicken-sandwich\"><strong>bread your own fresh chicken breasts<\/strong><\/a>&nbsp;if you prefer to go that route. But using frozen chicken fillets is definitely the quickest and easiest method.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-3.jpg\" alt=\"Two air fryer chicken breasts coats with Nashville hot sauce. \" class=\"wp-image-30184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-3-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-3-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"serving-suggestions\">What can I serve with my spicy chicken sandwiches?  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These air fryer Nashville hot chicken sandwiches are pretty spicy. You might want to serve them with some coleslaw or potato salad as a cool and creamy counterpoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Coleslaw or potato salad (store-bought or homemade);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>French fries or <a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-frozen-sweet-potato-fries\">sweet potato fries<\/a> (cook these in the air fryer as well or in the oven);<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pasta salad;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A leafy green salad;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Air fryer onion rings;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/urbanfarmie.com\/smashed-potatoes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Air fryer smashed potatoes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re making fries or onion rings in your air fryer to accompany these chicken sandwiches, it\u2019s best to make them first and then set them aside while cooking the chicken sandwiches. You can easily pop the fries back into the air fryer basket for 3-4 minutes to heat them up a bit for serving.&nbsp;&nbsp;You can also keep them warm in a 200F oven. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Looking for another easy chicken recipe? Try:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-chicken-katsu\">Air Fryer Chicken Katsu<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/french-onion-chicken\">Skillet French Onion Chicken<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/chicken-schnitzel-sandwiches\">Air Fryer Chicken Schnitzel Sandwiches<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/lemon-chicken-pasta\">Lemon Chicken Pasta with Broccoli<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/mayo-free-chicken-salad-sandwiches\">Chicken Salad Sandwiches<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fry-chicken-drumsticks\">How to air fry chicken drumsticks<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/air-fryer-frozen-breaded-chicken-breasts\">Aldi red bag chicken<\/a>&nbsp;air fryer method<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You&#8217;ll also love my <a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/5-day-quick-meal-plan\">free 5 day meal plan<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-8.jpg\" alt=\"Overhead view of Nashville chicken sandwiches without the top buns, topped with pickle spices. Fries are scattered around. \" class=\"wp-image-30189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-8-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-8-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-8-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-8-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/nashville-hot-chicken-8-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"465\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/nashville-hot-chicken-pin-465x1024.jpg\" alt=\"This super simple air fryer Nashville hot chicken sandwich recipe delivers all the bold, spicy flavor you\u2019ve come to know and love. To keep them really easy for weeknight dinners, I start with frozen breaded chicken breast fillets, then mix up the spicy sauce while they cook.\n\nDon\u2019t have an air fryer? No worries! I\u2019ll cover that, too!\" class=\"wp-image-30351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/nashville-hot-chicken-pin-465x1024.jpg 465w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/nashville-hot-chicken-pin-136x300.jpg 136w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/nashville-hot-chicken-pin-698x1536.jpg 698w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/nashville-hot-chicken-pin-150x330.jpg 150w, https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/nashville-hot-chicken-pin.jpg 750w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 465px) 100vw, 465px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This super simple air fryer Nashville hot chicken sandwich recipe delivers all the bold, spicy flavor you&#8217;ve come to know and love in under 20 minutes.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":30349,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[29,33,34,23],"tags":[40],"class_list":["post-30131","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-air-fryer-recipes","category-dinner-recipes","category-lunch-recipes","category-recipes","tag-20-minute-recipe"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30131","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=30131"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/30131\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/30349"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=30131"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=30131"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=30131"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}