Chicken & Waffles Recipe
Belgian waffle topped with 3 chicken tenders or 6 wings
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Ingredients
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Waffle Batter
Chicken
Serving
Method
Waffle Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.
- 2
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; some lumps are okay.
- 4
Preheat Waffle Iron
Preheat your Belgian waffle maker according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- 5
Cook Waffles
Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown. Repeat until all batter is used.
Chicken Preparation
- 6
Marinate Chicken
Place the chicken tenders in a large bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- 7
Prepare Coating
In a shallow dish, mix together the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 8
Dredge Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- 9
Fry Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken tenders in batches, frying until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
Assembly and Serving
- 10
Plate the Waffles
Place a warm waffle on a plate.
- 11
Top with Chicken
Add 3 chicken tenders or 6 wings on top of the waffle.
- 12
Drizzle with Syrup
Drizzle maple syrup over the top of the chicken and waffle.
- 13
Garnish (optional)
Sprinkle with powdered sugar if desired and serve immediately.