Spicy Nashville Hot Chicken Hack! So Easy!
Whip up this easy Nashville hot chicken hack using pre-cooked chicken, butter, and cayenne for a quick, spicy, and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- About 2-4 frozen pre-cooked breaded chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Make the Sauce: Combine butter, oil, cayenne pepper, brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper in a bowl or saucepan.
- Microwave or heat until butter is just melted. Whisk thoroughly until smooth. Let the sauce cool slightly to prevent separation.
- Place the frozen breaded chicken breasts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring no overlap. No oil spray is needed.
- Air Fry at 380°F (193°C) for 10 minutes.
- Flip the chicken over and continue to Air Fry at 380°F (193°C) for another 2-5 minutes, or until heated through and crispy.
- Place chicken on white bread, brush both sides with the sauce, top with pickles, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.