Description
Chicken and waffles is the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy, golden fried chicken with fluffy waffles and a drizzle of sweet maple syrup. This dish perfectly balances savory and sweet flavors, making it a favorite for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner.
Ingredients
For the Fried Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Waffles:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup melted butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Serving:
Maple syrup
Butter
Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).
- Prepare the Coating:
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Bread the Chicken:
- Remove chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off.
- Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing firmly for an even coating.
- Let the coated chicken rest for 5 minutes to help set the crust.
- Fry the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Make the Waffles:
- Preheat the waffle iron.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Cook the Waffles:
- Pour batter into the preheated waffle iron.
- Cook according to manufacturer’s instructions until golden brown and crisp.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Place a waffle on a plate, top with fried chicken, and drizzle with maple syrup.
- Add butter or hot sauce for extra flavor.
Notes
Extra Crispy Chicken: Let the breaded chicken rest for 5 minutes before frying.
Make-Ahead Tip: Marinate the chicken overnight for deeper flavor.
Storage: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Waffles can be refrigerated for 2-3 days or frozen for 2 months.
Reheating: Reheat chicken in a 375°F (190°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Warm waffles in a toaster or oven at 300°F (150°C).
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying, Waffle Iron
- Cuisine: American, Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 620 kcal
