Nashville Hot Chicken Burrito

This fiery Nashville Hot Chicken Breakfast Burrito packs crunchy spiced chicken tenders, creamy scrambled eggs, and tangy slaw into a soft flour tortilla for a wake-up call that tastes like Southern brunch on the go. I reach for this burrito whenever I am craving comfort with a kick in the morning or need something extra special for weekend brunch.

My first time making this was for a birthday brunch and everyone had seconds the crispy chicken tucked into a warm tortilla just makes it feel like an indulgent treat

Ingredients

• Chicken tenders: choose fresh chicken breast or high quality tenders for juicy results
• Buttermilk: helps tenderize the chicken and makes the coating stick better use full fat for richest flavor
• Hot sauce: brings the classic Nashville fiery zing pick your favorite brand
• All purpose flour: forms the crispy crunchy coating sift for best results
• Paprika and cayenne pepper: add smoky heat adjust cayenne for your spice level
• Garlic powder and black pepper: round out the savory notes for balance
• Vegetable oil: with a high smoke point keeps frying safe and crisp
• Melted butter and brown sugar: in the sauce help the heat cling to the chicken and add a smoky sweet layer
• Green cabbage and carrots: in the slaw give fresh crunch buy pre-shredded to save time
• Mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar: create the creamy tang in the slaw check for high quality with few additives
• Honey: adds a touch of sweetness use real honey for the best taste
• Eggs: cooked low and slow finish creamy and soft buy large eggs for fluffiest scrambled texture
• Flour tortillas: pick thick and soft so they wrap well and do not crack
• Shredded cheddar cheese (optional): choose sharp for the most flavor
• Pickle slices: a classic in Nashville chicken dishes use cold crisp pickles for contrast

Step-by-Step Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

Whisk buttermilk and hot sauce in a large bowl until well blended then fully submerge chicken tenders cover and chill at least thirty minutes or up to overnight for the most flavor and tenderness

Make the Creamy Slaw:

Toss shredded cabbage and carrots with mayonnaise apple cider vinegar honey salt and pepper in a mixing bowl ensure everything is evenly coated then refrigerate so flavors meld and slaw stays crisp

Coat and Fry the Chicken:

Mix flour paprika garlic powder cayenne salt and pepper in a shallow dish shake off excess marinade from chicken then dredge each piece in flour until fully coated press gently for extra crunch heat oil in a deep skillet to shimmering hot carefully fry chicken three to four minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through remove to a plate lined with paper towels so it stays crispy

Mix the Nashville Hot Sauce:

Combine melted butter with cayenne brown sugar and chili powder to make a thick paste then immediately brush this over the still hot fried chicken so the flavor soaks in

Scramble the Eggs:

Crack eggs into a bowl add milk salt and pepper then whisk until fully combined melt butter in a nonstick skillet over medium heat pour in eggs stir slowly and gently for soft luscious curds cook until just set without overcooking

Warm the Tortillas:

Place flour tortillas in a dry skillet for a minute on each side or warm in the microwave for twenty seconds so they become pliable and easy to roll

Assemble the Burritos:

Lay out warmed tortillas and pile on a layer of scrambled eggs a Nashville hot chicken tender a scoop of creamy slaw and cheddar cheese if you like add pickle slices for extra snap then fold in sides and roll up tightly making sure each bite has every filling

Serve:

Cut burritos in half if you like and serve immediately for best crunch or wrap in foil for enjoying later on the go

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The chicken coated with hot sauce is always a family favorite my partner always sneaks the leftovers to eat cold which says a lot about how addictive that crispy spicy crust can be at any time of day

How to Store and Reheat

Wrap leftover burritos tightly in foil or plastic and refrigerate for up to two days the slaw stays surprisingly fresh in the burrito

To reheat unwrap and microwave for about one minute or crisp in a hot skillet for two to three minutes per side for a toasted exterior

Always add pickles right before eating so they stay crunchy not soggy

Ingredient Swaps

Swap the chicken tenders for rotisserie chicken tossed in hot sauce if you need it fast

Use Greek yogurt in the slaw for a lightened up but still creamy bite

Try Monterey Jack or pepper jack cheese in place of cheddar for something different

Replace flour tortillas with gluten free wraps if needed

Serving Suggestions

Cut each burrito in half so everyone gets a good look at the filling

Serve with extra hot sauce on the side and a pile of pickles

Pair with iced coffee citrusy lager or classic sweet tea for the full brunch vibe

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Nashville Hot Chicken Roots

Nashville hot chicken is famous for spicy crunchy fried chicken brushed with a cayenne based sauce

This burrito takes that Southern tradition and runs with it wrapping all the comfort food flavors into a breakfast you can hold in your hand

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I use rotisserie chicken instead of frying tenders?

Yes, toss shredded rotisserie chicken in Nashville hot sauce for a faster prep while keeping signature flavor.

→ How can I adjust the spice level?

Dial up the heat with extra cayenne or drizzle with your preferred hot sauce—or reduce for a milder bite.

→ What’s the best cheese for this burrito?

Cheddar is classic, but pepper jack or Colby add a delicious twist. Cheese is optional to suit your taste.

→ How do I keep the chicken crispy when assembling?

Assemble just before serving to keep the chicken crunchy. Drain fried tenders on paper towels to remove excess oil.

→ Can these burritos be made ahead?

Prepare components ahead, reheat and assemble fresh. Wrapped burritos can be quickly warmed in foil for convenience.