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Nashville Hot Chicken vs. The World: Why Music City's Fiery Fowl Reigns Supreme

December 20, 2024

7 min read

In a world full of spicy chicken contenders, Nashville hot chicken stands alone. Buffalo wings might dominate sports bars, Korean fried chicken has its devoted following, but Nashville hot chicken is the reigning monarch.

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What makes Nashville's fiery fowl so special?...

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