Crispy Harmony: Chicken & Waffles
This savory-sweet classic pairs crispy fried chicken with fluffy golden waffles, drizzled with maple syrup or hot honey for the perfect brunch or dinner indulgence.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Deep fryer or large pan
- Tongs
- Cooling rack
- Waffle Iron
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
Ingredients
For the Fried Chicken
- 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour for dredging
For the Waffles
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
To Serve
- pure maple syrup or hot honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in a mixture of buttermilk, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- Preheat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove chicken from marinade and dredge thoroughly in seasoned flour. Shake off excess.
- Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes per side. Drain on a cooling rack.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt for the waffles.
- In a separate bowl, combine milk, eggs, and melted butter. Stir into dry ingredients until just combined.
- Preheat waffle iron and cook batter according to manufacturer's instructions until golden and crisp.
- Serve chicken atop fresh waffles and drizzle with maple syrup or hot honey. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
To keep waffles crisp, place them in a warm oven on a wire rack while frying chicken. Use a thermometer to maintain consistent oil temperature.
Nutrition
Calories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 3mg
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