2 Piece & A Waffle Recipe

Marinate the Chicken

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken drumsticks to the bowl, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

Prepare the Coating

In a shallow dish, place the all-purpose flour. Remove the chicken from the marinade and let any excess buttermilk drip off. Dredge each drumstick in the flour, coating thoroughly. Set aside on a plate.

Fry the Chicken

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated drumsticks to the skillet. Fry for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Mix Dry Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt until well combined.

Mix Wet Ingredients

In another bowl, whisk the egg, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Combine Mixtures

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Cook the Waffles

Preheat a waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Lightly grease it with cooking spray or oil. Pour the batter onto the heated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's directions, typically for about 5 minutes, until golden brown.