Jul 14 2026
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Fried Chicken & Waffle Recipe

Inspired by Kid Shelleen's - Trolley Square
Time1h
Serves4

maple syrup, scallions

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken

Waffles

Toppings

Method

Fried Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs and buttermilk. Ensure all pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Flour Mixture

    In another bowl, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Coat the Chicken

    Remove chicken from buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture until well-coated.

  5. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully add the chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

  6. 6

    Drain the Chicken

    Once cooked, remove chicken from oil and place on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Waffles

  1. 7

    Prepare the Waffle Batter

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

  2. 8

    Mix Wet Ingredients

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

  3. 9

    Combine Mixtures

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

  4. 10

    Cook the Waffles

    Preheat your waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions. Pour an appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle iron and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Assembly

  1. 11

    Plate the Dish

    On a plate, stack a waffle and top with a piece of fried chicken.

  2. 12

    Add Toppings

    Drizzle maple syrup over the chicken and waffle. Sprinkle chopped scallions on top for added flavor.

  3. 13

    Serve

    Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Fried Chicken & Waffle!

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