A Cluckin ' Mess Recipe
Who doesn't love some chicken and waffles with a little special spicy drizzle – served with syrup of course
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Waffles
Spicy Drizzle
Syrup
Method
Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- 2
Dredge the Chicken
In a shallow dish, mix together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off, then dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Waffles
- 4
Make the Waffle Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in milk and melted butter. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- 5
Cook the Waffles
Preheat your waffle iron. Pour the batter into the waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Cook until golden and crispy.
Spicy Drizzle
- 6
Prepare the Spicy Drizzle
In a small bowl, whisk together hot sauce, honey, and lime juice until well combined.
Syrup
- 7
Serve with Syrup
Warm the maple syrup slightly for a delightful drizzle over your chicken and waffles.