Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Honey
Baked Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Honey is a delightful blend of crispy, tender chicken infused with a spicy kick and a touch of sweetness. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make sandwich offers a healthier twist on classic comfort food—baked instead of fried! Marinated to perfection in a flavorful buttermilk mixture and coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs, these chicken thighs are topped with a sweet honey glaze that balances the heat from the hot sauce. Serve them on toasted brioche buns with your choice of toppings for an unforgettable meal that will have everyone coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (to taste)
- 4 brioche buns
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 4 slices of pickle
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in buttermilk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Coat marinated thighs in panko breadcrumbs.
- Bake on a lined baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, gently combine honey and hot sauce until warmed through.
- Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a bowl.
- Assemble sandwiches on toasted brioche buns: spread mayo mixture, add lettuce, crispy chicken, pickles, and drizzle with honey glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 61g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 140mg