The hottest flavor at Tuxon Chix is Ghost Pepper, and the mildest is Garlic Parm. Between them sit nine more flavors on our Heat Check scale, which makes it easy to find the level that suits you. Part of what earns us a place in any conversation about the best fried chicken in Tucson is that you get to choose how much of a fight you want.
How Does the Tuxon Chix Heat Scale Work?
Here is the full lineup from our menu, starting at the mild end:
- Garlic Parm
- Truffle Garlic
- Asian Teriyaki
- Lemon Pepper
- Peri Peri
- Buffalo
- Nashville Hot
- Hatch Green Chili
- Tikka Habanero
- Honey Habanero
- Ghost Pepper
What Should You Order If You Don’t Like Spice?
Stay in the top four. Garlic Parm and Truffle Garlic lean rich and savory, Asian Teriyaki adds some sweetness, and Lemon Pepper keeps things bright. None of them need a glass of milk standing by.
Where Is the Sweet Spot for Most People?
Buffalo and Peri Peri give you a noticeable kick without taking over the meal. Nashville Hot is a step up, and it is a good test of whether you are ready for the bottom half of the list.
Why Does Hatch Green Chili Belong in Tucson?
Green chile is part of how the Southwest eats, so it was an easy call for our menu. As a dry rub, Hatch Green Chili brings an earthy, roasted heat that clings to the crust. It is one of the flavors that makes our chicken taste like it comes from here.
How Hot Is Ghost Pepper?
Ghost peppers are among the hottest chiles grown, and this rub sits at the very top of our scale for good reason. Try it on a four-piece order first, and keep Ranch or Blue Cheese close by. Honey Habanero is a friendlier way to work up to it, since the sweetness arrives before the burn.
Can You Get These Flavors on More Than Wings?
Yes, several of them. Tenders can be seasoned with Truffle Garlic, Peri Peri, Lemon Pepper, Hatch Green Chili or Ghost Pepper. If you want heat on a bun, El Picante combines spicy mayo and ghost pepper seasoning with jalapeño slaw, and the Hot Honey is tossed in house-made habanero honey sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hottest wing at Tuxon Chix?
Ghost Pepper is the top of our Heat Check scale, followed by Honey Habanero and Tikka Habanero.
What is the difference between a wet sauce and a dry rub?
A wet sauce coats the chicken for a sticky finish. A dry rub seasons the crust and keeps it crunchy.
Which dipping sauces help cool things down?
Ranch and Blue Cheese are both available with our wings and tenders.
Think you can make it to the bottom of the list? Order online or visit us at 5524 E Grant Rd, Suite A, and see where you land. You can check out the full menu first.
