Dave's Hot Chicken Dupe

Gonna start this off by saying Celina and I have actually never had Dave’s Hot Chicken.

I first made this about a year ago because we didn’t have one near us at the time. I posted a video of it without the recipe attached and it ended up getting millions of views and thousands of people wanting to make it themselves. Now we do have one near us. And I’m still making it at home because it’s just too damn good.

I doubt Dave can do it like me. And that’s nothing against him. I’m sure it’s great and I’m sure we’ll try it one day. But there’s something about doing it at home that tastes SOO much better and is way more satisfying if you’ve got the time.

Fried chicken was one of the first things I learned to make when I started cooking and it is literally a cheat code. Make this for someone and they’re gonna be thinking about it for a LONGG time afterwards, wondering how you learned to cook this good (you’re welcome).

And guys it’s EASY. A little time consuming, but easy. I’m gonna give you every single tip you need along the way, plus my super secret ingredient. Lol just kidding, but there is one spice in here that makes a big difference in my opinion.

Just do me a favor and call it “Cenzo’s Hot Chicken” instead of Dave’s when someone asks what it is. I want to be famous.

And you better send me a picture in chat afterwards, plus give me any problems or tips you have. I LOVE criticism, just ask Celina 😂.

• 4 large chicken thighs

• 1/2 cup pickle juice

• 2 cups buttermilk

• 2 tbsp hot sauce

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 1 tbsp Lawry’s

• 1 tsp MSG

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp onion powder

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp cayenne

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 cup cornstarch

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 2 tbsp sugar or brown sugar

• 1 tbsp paprika

• 1.5 tbsp Lawry’s

• 1 tsp MSG

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 1 tbsp garlic powder

• 1 tbsp onion powder

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp cayenne

• 1/2 cup reserved frying oil

• 2 tbsp cayenne— if you don’t want hot reduce by at least half

• 2 tsp smoked paprika

• 2 tbsp light brown sugar

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp kosher salt

Whisk together and brush over the chicken immediately after frying.

• 3/4 cup mayonnaise

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp pickle juice

• 1.5 tsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• ½ tsp cayenne

Mix and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Vegetables

Use store-bought coleslaw/kale coleslaw OR

• 2 cups shredded green cabbage (about 1/4 cabbage)

• 2 cups shredded red cabbage (about 1/4 red cabbage)

• 1 cup finely chopped kale (4-6 leaves)

Dressing

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• Splash of pickle juice

• 1-2 tbsp white wine vinegar

• 1-2 tbsp honey

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Brioche bun (toasted)

• American cheese

• Nashville hot chicken

• Dave’s sauce

• Dave’s slaw

• Dill pickle chips

• Frozen crinkle cut fries

• 1/2 lb American cheese

• Splash of milk or more to desired consistency

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