Not So Traditional Chicken + Waffles Recipe
savory cheddar waffles | crispy poached eggs country fried chicken | warm maple syrup honey butter
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Ingredients
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Waffles
Chicken
Poached Eggs
Honey Butter
Serving
Method
Waffles
- 1
Prepare the Waffle Batter
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 cup of cornmeal, 1 tablespoon of baking powder, and 1 teaspoon of salt. Mix well until evenly combined.
- 2
Add Cheddar and Liquids
Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. In another bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of milk, 2 large eggs, and 0.5 cups of melted unsalted butter. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 3
Cook the Waffles
Preheat your waffle iron and spray with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the batter into the waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions and cook until golden brown. Repeat until all batter is used.
Chicken
- 4
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, pour 2 cups of buttermilk over 4 pieces of chicken breasts. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- 5
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, mix 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon of paprika, 1 tablespoon of garlic powder, 1 tablespoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Remove chicken from buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. In a large skillet, heat 2 cups of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Poached Eggs
- 7
Poach the Eggs
Fill a large saucepan with water and add 1 tablespoon of vinegar. Bring to a gentle simmer. Crack each egg into a small bowl, then gently slide them into the simmering water. Poach for about 3-4 minutes for a runny yolk. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
Honey Butter
- 8
Make the Honey Butter
In a mixing bowl, combine 0.5 cups of softened unsalted butter, 0.25 cups of honey, and 0.5 teaspoons of cinnamon. Mix until smooth and creamy.
