Spicy Nashville-Style Chicken Burger
Spicy Nashville-Style Chicken Burger
A Nashville-inspired crispy chicken burger brought into the Beef Burgers category through its handheld, hearty presentation: a crisp, well-seasoned patty glazed with a vinegary heat, crowned with dill pickle rounds and a cool mayo drizzle. Served on a soft bun with a crunchy bun bite and tangy toppings, it suits backyard grills and casual weeknight meals where bold flavor and texture take center stage.
- Preparation time
- 18 min
- Cooking time
- 12 min
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
prep and breading
- 1Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
- 2Whisk buttermilk with a pinch of salt and pepper; dip each chicken breast to coat.
- 3Dredge the soaked chicken in cornmeal coating, pressing to adhere.
cook the patties
- 1Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- 2Fry the breaded chicken until golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side.
- 3Brush the hot sauce glaze on patties during the last minute of cooking to set the shine.
assemble and serve
- 1Toast the buns until lightly browned.
- 2Spread mayonnaise on the bottom buns, top with the fried chicken patty and pickle rounds, then cap with the top bun.
- 3Serve immediately with optional slaw or a crisp pickle on the side.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 451 kcal
- Protein
- 35 g
- Fat
- 22 g
- Carbs
- 26 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 451 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Carbs | 26 g |
Tips
- Pat the chicken dry before breading to maximize crust.
- Brush glaze on late in cooking to keep buns crisp and intact.
- Serve with extra pickle rounds on the side for crunch.