Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCaptain Al's Steak & SeafoodChicken & Waffles Recipe

Chicken & Waffles Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Steen's Pepper Jelly Syrup, Crispy Fried Chicken, Buttermilk Waffles, Powdered Sugar

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Ingredients

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Crispy Fried Chicken

Buttermilk Waffles

Method

Crispy Fried Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Coating

    In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Coat the Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.

  5. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Buttermilk Waffles

  1. 6

    Preheat the Waffle Maker

    Preheat your waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.

  2. 7

    Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. 8

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

  4. 9

    Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps.

  5. 10

    Cook the Waffles

    Pour the appropriate amount of batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden and crispy.

Serving

  1. 11

    Assemble the Dish

    On a plate, stack a waffle, top it with a piece of fried chicken, drizzle with Steen's Pepper Jelly Syrup, and dust with powdered sugar.

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