Jul 13 2026
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Fried Chicken & Waffle Recipe

Inspired by Farm Bell Kitchen
Time1h 30m
Serves4

Leg, Thigh, Wing & House Syrup

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Chicken Breading

Fried Chicken

Waffles

House Syrup

Method

Marinate Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk until well mixed.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Prepare the Chicken Breading

  1. 3

    Make the Breading Mixture

    In another bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne pepper, additional salt, and black pepper until combined.

Fry the Chicken

  1. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  2. 5

    Bread the Chicken

    Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the breading mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.

  3. 6

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil in batches, without overcrowding. Fry for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp of 165°F).

  4. 7

    Drain and Rest

    Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Let it rest while you prepare the waffles.

Make the Waffles

  1. 8

    Mix the Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

  2. 9

    Mix the Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, combine the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.

  3. 10

    Combine and Cook

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Preheat your waffle iron and pour in the batter according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Prepare the House Syrup

  1. 11

    Heat the Syrup

    In a small saucepan, gently heat the maple syrup and butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is combined.

Serve

  1. 12

    Plate and Serve

    Serve the fried chicken on top of a waffle, drizzled with the house syrup. Enjoy!

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