What’s better than regular fried chicken? Nashville Hot Fried Chicken, I’d say! With a hit of tingling piquant spice, it’s one big flavour party in every single bite with the American classic. It may have taken a little while, but Nashville chicken is becoming increasingly popular in London, especially in the halal food scene. So let’s dial up the heat and check out our list of the best halal Nashville Hot Chicken in London in this article!
What is Nashville Hot Chicken
Nashville Hot Chicken is essentially spicy fried chicken that originated in Nashville, USA and is known for its signature fiery flavour. The chicken is typically marinated in buttermilk, dredged in spiced flour to deep fry, then dipped in the special Nashville spicy paste or sauce for a delectable glossy finishing touch. It has a distinct smoky flavour compared to regular spicy fried chicken, laced with a caramelised sweetness that creates this irresistible and addictively well-rounded taste.
The Best Halal Nashville Chicken in London
*As per everything on this blog, please always double-check the halal status at each restaurant as suppliers may change
Chicos
Most know Chicos for their signature Beef Smash Burgers, which is no doubt one of the best halal burgers you can get your hands on in London. But did you know that they make a mean Nashville Chicken Burger too? In fact, I personally actually enjoy their Nashville Chicken Burger even more than the Smash Burger and it is undoubtedly one of the best ones in town.
Hot Bird London
Tucked inside Market Place Hounslow is Hot Bird London, a hidden halal takeaway gem specialising in Nashville Hot Chicken. There are only two items on the menu – Nashville fried chicken and waffle fries – which they execute perfectly as one of the best spots in town.
Halal status: All meats served are halal
Location: Hounslow
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Daves Hot Chicken
Hailing from LA, the popular US chain Daves Hot Chicken is bringing the heat to London, opening its first UK store at the heart of West End at Shaftesbury Avenue. Get your hands on both their sliders and hot tenders, and devour them with plenty of their signature Dave’s sauce.
Halal status: All meats served are halal
Location: Piccadilly Circus
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Manna
Manna is a very popular halal burger spot at the Arcade Food Hall at both their Tottenham Court Road and Battersea locations. Although their main focus is on smash burgers, their Nashville Hot Chicken Tenders deserve just as much spotlight, in my opinion. These delicious chicken tenders come served with pickles and jalapeno cream sauce, and are mighty delicious.
Halal status: Chicken & beef are halal
Location: Tottenham Court Road / Battersea
Lucky’s Hot Chicken
Their fried chicken sandos have been the talk of the town since launching at Seven Dials Market. One of the more popular items at Lucky’s Hot Chicken is certainly their Nashville Hot Chicken Sandos, which come served in buttery brioche toast
Halal status: Chicken is halal
Location: Covent Garden
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Hot Birdies
It’s Nashville-everything on Hot Birdies’ menu whether it’s a classic Nashville burger, Nashville tenders & waffles, Nashville wrap, or a MacNash Burger – i.e. Nashville burger loaded with mac & cheese. You just know you’re in for a feast with this place!
Halal status: All meats served are halal
Location: Woodford
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