Chicken And Waffles Recipe
Fried chicken, waffles, and maple syrup.
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Ingredients
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For the Fried Chicken
For the Waffles
For Serving
Method
For the Fried Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs and buttermilk. Ensure all chicken pieces are submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, add vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Chicken
Remove chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Fry chicken in batches for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
For the Waffles
- 5
Preheat the Waffle Iron
Set your waffle iron to the desired temperature to preheat while you prepare the batter.
- 6
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- 7
- 8
Combine Mixtures
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- 9
Cook the Waffles
Ladle batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook according to your waffle iron's instructions, typically 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
For Serving
- 10
Serve the Dish
On a plate, stack a waffle, top with a piece of fried chicken, and drizzle generously with maple syrup. Repeat for additional servings.