Nashville Hot Chicken Melt

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    4

    Large Sandwiches
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Epic BBQ Sandwiches: Next-Level Burgers, Melts, Sliders, Tacos, and More, Grilled or Smoked to Perfection

By Brad Prose

Published 2026

  • About

It might have originated as a fried food, but trust me, Nashville hot chicken tastes amazing coming out of the smoker. I wanted to take some of my memories from Nashville and turn them into a simple, irresistible sandwich with all the classic elements: spicy, juicy chicken, crispy crust, and pillowy bread that soaks up all the flavors. Of course, pickles on the side. Add a layer of melty pepper jack cheese between crispy Texas toast, and you’ve got a literal flavor bomb that’ll keep you up