Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsMathews Food and DrinkFried Chicken & Waffles Recipe

Fried Chicken & Waffles Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Fried Egg, Crispy Chicken Thigh, Mike’s Hot Honey

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken & Waffles Ingredients

Method

Preparation Directions

  1. 1

    Marinate Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Breading

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

  3. 3

    Bread the Chicken

    Remove chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere. Set aside.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add chicken thighs and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Make Waffles

    Prepare waffle mix according to package instructions. Preheat waffle iron and cook waffles until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Fry the Eggs

    In a non-stick skillet, fry eggs to your desired doneness.

  7. 7

    Assemble the Dish

    Serve a waffle topped with a piece of fried chicken, a fried egg, and drizzle with Mike’s Hot Honey.

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