Fried Chicken + Waffles Recipe
Indulge in the perfect harmony of savory and sweet with our Fried Chicken + Waffles. Crispy, golden-brown chicken is expertly fried to a mouthwatering crunch, served atop fluffy, freshly made waffles. Drizzle with warm maple syrup and a sprinkle of powdered sugar for an irresistible brunch experience that will satisfy your cravings any time of day.
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Waffle Batter
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, combine the milk, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until just combined.
- 3
Fry the Chicken
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge the chicken in flour until fully coated. Fry the chicken pieces in hot oil for about 10-15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Cook the Waffles
Preheat the waffle iron. Pour an appropriate amount of batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown.
- 5
Serve
Serve the fried chicken hot on top of the waffles. Drizzle with syrup or honey if desired.
