Chicken & Waffles Recipe
One 6oz Spicy Chicken Breast, Deep-Fried, with half a Belgian Waffle served with our Caramel Syrup and one regular side
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Waffles
Caramel Syrup
Side Dish
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken breast and ensure it is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep pot or fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil. Fry for about 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Waffle Preparation
- 6
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- 7
- 8
Make the Batter
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- 9
Cook the Waffle
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions. Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Caramel Syrup Preparation
- 10
Make the Caramel Syrup
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar and heavy cream, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Allow to simmer for 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Assembly
- 11
Serve the Dish
On a plate, place half a Belgian waffle. Top with the fried chicken breast. Drizzle with caramel syrup and serve alongside a cup of mixed greens salad.