Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCHICA MiamiFried Chicken & Waffle Recipe

Fried Chicken & Waffle Recipe

Inspired by CHICA Miami
Time1h
Serves4

Pan de Bono Waffle, Crispy Chicken, Ají Dulce Honey Hot Sauce, Tropical Fruit

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Ingredients

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Waffle

Ají Dulce Honey Hot Sauce

Tropical Fruit

Method

Waffle

  1. 1

    Prepare the Waffle Batter

    In a mixing bowl, combine the Pan de Bono dough, milk, eggs, baking powder, vanilla extract, salt, and melted butter. Mix until you have a smooth batter.

  2. 2

    Cook the Waffles

    Preheat your waffle iron. Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crispy. Set aside.

Fried Chicken

  1. 3

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs and buttermilk. Allow to marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

  2. 4

    Prepare the Breading

    In a separate bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

  3. 5

    Bread the Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture until fully coated.

  4. 6

    Fry the Chicken

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Ají Dulce Honey Hot Sauce

  1. 7

    Make the Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine the minced ají dulce peppers, honey, and lime juice. Stir well to combine. Adjust the sweetness or heat by adding more honey or ají dulce to taste.

Tropical Fruit

  1. 8

    Prepare the Fruit

    Dice the pineapple and mango, and slice the kiwi. Combine all the prepared tropical fruits in a bowl for serving.

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