Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMidtown TavernChicken & Waffles Recipe

Chicken & Waffles Recipe

Inspired by Midtown Tavern
Time45m
Serves4

Belgian Waffle and Three Chicken Tenders.

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Ingredients

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For the Waffles

For the Chicken Tenders

For Serving

Method

Preparing the Waffles

  1. 1

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Whisk together until well blended.

  2. 2

    Combine Wet Ingredients

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

  3. 3

    Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients

    Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Cook Waffles

    Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Pour enough batter into the waffle iron to cover the surface. Close the lid and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Repeat with remaining batter.

Preparing the Chicken Tenders

  1. 5

    Prepare Chicken

    Cut the chicken breast into strips, about 1 inch wide.

  2. 6

    Setup Breading Stations

    In three separate bowls, place flour (seasoned with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder), beaten eggs, and bread crumbs.

  3. 7

    Bread the Chicken

    Coat each chicken strip in flour, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken to ensure they stick.

  4. 8

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken tenders in batches for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Place a waffle on each plate, top it with three chicken tenders.

  2. 10

    Add Toppings

    Serve with maple syrup and a pat of butter on top of the waffle.

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