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This easy Nashville Hot Chicken Potatoes recipe turns humble russet potatoes into a crunchy, flavor-packed side dish with serious Southern flavor. These soft, fluffy potatoes slices surrounded by a well-seasoned, crunchy crust are perfect for a game-day appetizer or indulgent side dish and are a great way to satisfy your fried chicken cravings on a budget.

Nashville Hot Potatoes Recipe

Inspired by the iconic flavors of Music City’s famed spicy fried chicken, this Nashville Hot Potatoes recipe reimagines the heat and crunch in crisp-edged, tender-on-the-inside potato slices that deliver a satisfying kick in every bite.

These spicy spuds are prepared just like you would Nashville hot chicken. Dredged in a seasoned flour blend after soaking in buttermilk spiked with that telltale cayenne-forward spice, these potatoes fry up with a satisfying, crisp exterior and a deep, smoky heat that lingers just long enough to keep you reaching for the next piece.

This is a great way to serve up all of the flavors of fried chicken to a crowd without having to splurge on chicken. Just 5 simple ingredients and you have the perfect game-day appetizer or a satisfying side dish.

(Note: they also make a great vegetarian alternative when serving Nashville hot chicken at a party. Just be sure to cook the potatoes first or in a separate pan of oil than the chicken.)

Best served immediately, ideally alongside some ranch dip or additional hot sauce.

Golden, crunchy, and unapologetically bold, these Nashville Hot Chicken Potatoes are a fiery twist on a Southern classic—minus the bird. Get ready to make your new favorite side dish!

Can I use a different type of potato? Yes, Yukon Gold or sweet potatoes work well, though russets give the crispiest texture when fried.

What oil is best for frying? Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point, like canola, peanut, or vegetable oil.

Can I make these ahead of time? These are best served hot, but you can soak the potatoes and prepare the dredge a few hours in advance. Fry just before serving.

How spicy are these? That depends on your seasoning blend. Nashville hot seasoning usually includes cayenne, so feel free to reduce it or add more depending on your heat tolerance.

How do I store leftovers? Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.

Nashville Hot Potatoes Ingredients

• Russet Potatoes, scrubbed clean
• Buttermilk <– I always have this powdered buttermilk in my fridge to make instant buttermilk whenever I need it.
• Nashville Hot Chicken Seasoning
• All-Purpose Flour
• Cooking Oil

Scroll down to the printable recipe card for full measurements.

Tip: swap out or reduce the hot chicken seasoning for a milder flavor, if desired.

Kitchen Tools You May Find Helpful

• Mandolin <– this is a great tool for getting equal thin slices and a lot easier than trying to make perfect slices with a knife
• Cooling Rack
• Cookie Sheet
• Heavy stockpot or Dutch Oven <– I always use a dutch oven for deep frying as it holds temperatures easily without burning
• Spider Strainer

How to Make Nashville Hot Potatoes

Place buttermilk in a large bowl, then stir in 1 Tablespoon of Nashville hot chicken seasoning. Set aside.

Use a mandolin to thinly slice your cleaned Russet potatoes.

Soak the potato slices in the seasoned buttermilk, stirring well to coat each slice as much as possible.

Allow the potatoes to soak for up to 1 hour. Any longer will cause them to turn brown.

While the potatoes are soaking, prepare the flour mixture.

In a small bowl, whisk the remaining 3 tablespoons of Nashville hot chicken seasoning with 1 cup of flour.

Dredge the potatoes into the flour one at a time. 

Transfer over to a plate, or a cookie sheet and allow to dry for about 15 minutes. While the potato slices are resting in the flour mixture coating, heat your cooking oil to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.

One at a time, drop the potatoes into the hot oil. Be careful to not overcrowd the oil.

Allow to cook for about 3 minutes or until a nice golden brown, like fried chicken!

Place the fried potatoes on a cooling rack set over a cookie sheet to catch any oil dripping off.

Serve with hot sauce, spicy ranch, or with any dip you prefer.

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I hope your family loves this easy Nashville hot potato recipe as much as mine does!

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