Crispy Nashville Hot Chicken Thighs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

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A finger-licking, fiery-sweet Nashville-style chicken with a crunchy, spicy crust that’s perfect for sharing. This American-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 510 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 American cuisine 510 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs, bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/2 cup hot sauce

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Instructions

Step 1: Mix 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tbsp brown sugar in a shallow dish, then dredge 2 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs in the seasoned flour until fully coated.
Step 2: Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet to 375°F (190°C), then fry chicken thighs for 12-15 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crispy (internal temperature 165°F).
Step 3: While chicken fries, combine 1/4 cup white vinegar and 1/2 cup hot sauce in a saucepan, simmering for 5 minutes until slightly thickened and reduced.
Step 4: Transfer fried chicken to a plate, drizzle with the hot sauce mixture, and toss gently until evenly coated, ensuring every piece has a glossy, spicy glaze before serving.