Jul 14 2026
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Chicken & Waffles Recipe

Inspired by Gypsy Kitchen
Time1h
Serves4

Buttermilk fried chicken served with waffles.

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Ingredients

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For the Fried Chicken

For the Waffles

For Serving

Method

Fried Chicken Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

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

  2. 2

    Prepare the Coating

    In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour with salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Frying the Chicken

  1. 3

    Heat the Oil

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

  2. 4

    Coat the Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture until well coated.

  3. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) is reached. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Waffle Preparation

  1. 6

    Mix Dry Ingredients

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

  2. 7

    Mix Wet Ingredients

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

  3. 8

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.

Cooking the Waffles

  1. 9

    Preheat Waffle Iron

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

  2. 10

    Cook Waffles

    Pour the batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown and crisp.

Serving

  1. 11

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, stack a waffle and top it with a piece of fried chicken. Drizzle with warm maple syrup and add a pat of butter on top.

  2. 12

    Enjoy

    Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your chicken and waffles!

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