Nashville hot chicken is the regional Tennessee twist on classic fried American chicken that has taken the world by storm. There are many trends variations, but Nashville hot chicken is the proper standard. This type of chicken has been popular for several years now, showing no signs of slowing down. Read more about the ingredients, the Nashville hot chicken calories, and the menu options at Crimson Coward for authentic Nashville hot chicken.
Deep frying is in itself an art form. Chefs and home cooks have numerous tips and tricks for perfect fried chicken that is both tender and juicy inside while being crunchy and crisp outside. More health-conscious people may steer clear of deep-fried foods or try to limit the frequency of their intake of calories from Nashville hot chicken. Chicken can, of course, also be baked, roasted, grilled, pan-fried, boiled, or sautéed. While some of the other cooking methods may result in lower calories, they don’t deliver the authentic flavor of Nashville hot chicken.
Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet and regular exercise, drinking proper amounts of water, and managing stress are essential for just about everyone. It is possible to enjoy Nashville hot chicken while still keeping an eye on calories. Occasionally enjoying Nashville hot chicken is fine for someone with a balanced diet and good health.
There are different options available for people who still want to enjoy Nashville hot chicken and not overindulge. LiveStrong.com shares, “The average American adult woman needs between 1,800 and 2,400 calories per day, while the average American adult man needs between 2,400 and 3,000…”
For guests who are watching their calories but still want to enjoy the spice and flavor of Nashville hot chicken, we suggest that they order The Lonely Coward. The Lonely Coward is a single succulent, juicy boneless chicken breast. It is deep-fried; however, you can order it without the white bread if you are counting your carbs. The Lonely Coward goes excellent with one of our delicious plant-based sides, such as our slaw, for a lower calorie option or a smaller appetite. A 4-ounce batter-dipped & fried chicken breast with skin contains approximately 294 calories for a general frame of reference.
In contrast, a flour-coated fried chicken breast with skin is an average of 251 calories per 4-ounces. Nashville hot chicken is flour-coated, not a batter. The sliced pickles served with the Lonely Coward are minimal in calories.
All Crimson Chicken is of the highest quality, and we only use premium, all-natural, hormone and antibiotic-free chicken that is also halal. You can feel confident when eating Crimson Coward Nashville hot chicken, knowing that all of our poultry is from reputable farms.
In addition, our Nashville hot chicken is very flavorful even on its own (i.e., without bread or a bun). Guests can keep it simple and not miss out on great-tasting hot chicken. Our Nashville hot chicken has satisfying flavor from our 24-hour marination time and the seasonings we use to finish each cooked piece of Nashville hot chicken. The taste is not just from being deep-fried.
At Crimson Coward, we offer five heat levels. The country has no heat, which will taste like fried chicken. The mild levels have a touch of warmth. The temperature goes up, giving a slap of heat. One will taste the heat in the medium but most likely will not have the sweats.
The heat levels for our Nashville hot chicken start getting serious here! Order the hot if you enjoy feeling the burning sensation from our secret seasoning blend. You will feel the burn with this level. Or, for those living on the edge, the hottest heat level we offer is the BURRRN, baby burn. Spice lovers need not worry too much as the hot sauce has no calories! Likewise, the types of spices usually used in Nashville hot chicken (cayenne, paprika, garlic, and onion powder) do not have calories. Furthermore, spicy foods are known to (temporarily) increase your metabolism, boosting calorie loss.
Chicken tenders are another option for guests who count their calories or carbohydrate intake. The portion size (3 well-sized) tenders are more filling than the Lonely Coward while still avoiding the bun that comes with Nashville hot chicken sandwiches which adds more calories and carbohydrates. There is also the option to order four chicken tenders. According to the USDA,” a single serving (184g) of fast-food chicken tenders” is, on average, contains” calories: 499, Fat: 25.7g, and 35.4 grams of protein.
Most Nashville hot chicken sandwiches come with white bread (we offer sliced white bread or a Brioche bun), topped with a deep-fried Nashville hot chicken, and finished with a slaw type, sliced pickles and sauce. An average calorie estimate for a Nashville hot chicken sandwich is around 890 calories. Adding cheese, extra sauce, and buttered bread would add extra calories. Don’t forget to include any sides such as French fries into your caloric count.
There are different tips and tricks one can follow to enjoy all the flavors of Nashville hot chicken without overdoing the calories. Thank you for reading our blog, remember Crimson Coward is open for Dine-in, take-out, and delivery seven days a week. Let our fantastic crew satisfy your Nashville Hot Chicken cravings today!
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