Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBernie's DinerChicken + Waffle Recipe

Chicken + Waffle Recipe

Inspired by Bernie's Diner
Time45m
Serves2

fluffy belgian waffle, hand-breaded crispy chicken breast, hot honey syrup

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Ingredients

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Waffle Ingredients

Hot Honey Syrup Ingredients

Method

Waffle Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Waffle Batter

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed, being careful not to overmix.

  2. 2

    Cook the Waffles

    Preheat the waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Pour the appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle maker and cook until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Chicken Directions

  1. 3

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, soak the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results. This helps tenderize the chicken.

  2. 4

    Prepare the Coating

    In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.

  3. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Hot Honey Syrup Directions

  1. 6

    Make the Hot Honey Syrup

    In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey and red pepper flakes. Stir until warmed and well mixed. Remove from heat and set aside.

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