Chicken & Waffles Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Waffles
Maple Syrup
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to tenderize the chicken.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
- 4
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the coated chicken thighs. Fry for about 7-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Waffle Preparation
- 5
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- 6
- 7
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- 8
Cook the Waffles
Preheat your waffle iron. Pour an appropriate amount of batter into the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes or until golden brown.
Serving
- 9
Plate the Dish
On a plate, serve a crispy piece of fried chicken atop a fluffy waffle. Drizzle generously with warm maple syrup.
- 10
Enjoy
Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious combination of savory chicken and sweet waffles!
