Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsGrand Rapids Garage Bar & GrillChicken & Waffles Recipe

Chicken & Waffles Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Two maple and brown sugar waffles chicken tenders, thick-cut bacon, maple syrup | Add an Egg for +$1.00

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Ingredients

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Waffles

Chicken Tenders

Bacon

Toppings

Method

Waffle Preparation

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

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

  2. 2

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

  3. 3

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.

  4. 4

    Preheat Waffle Iron

    Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

  5. 5

    Cook Waffles

    Pour the appropriate amount of batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook until golden brown. Repeat until all batter is used.

Chicken Preparation

  1. 6

    Prepare Breading Stations

    Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten egg mixed with milk, and one with bread crumbs mixed with salt, pepper, and paprika.

  2. 7

    Bread Chicken Tenders

    Dip each chicken tender first in the flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the bread crumbs, ensuring they are well coated.

  3. 8

    Heat Oil

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  4. 9

    Fry Chicken Tenders

    Fry the breaded chicken tenders in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Bacon Preparation

  1. 10

    Cook Bacon

    In a separate skillet, cook the thick-cut bacon over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.

Assembly and Serving

  1. 11

    Plate Waffles and Chicken

    On a plate, stack two waffles, place several chicken tenders on top, and add crispy bacon strips.

  2. 12

    Add Toppings

    Drizzle with maple syrup and top with a fried egg if desired.

  3. 13

    Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy your Chicken & Waffles!

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