Fried Chicken & Waffles Recipe
Southern fried chicken served with waffles and maple syrup.
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
Waffles
Serving
Method
Fried Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken pieces, making sure they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Flour Mixture
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat and Fry the Chicken
Remove marinated chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Carefully place the coated chicken into the hot oil and fry for about 15-18 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove and drain on paper towels.
Waffles
- 5
Prepare the Waffle Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- 6
Cook the Waffles
Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions. Once hot, spray with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the batter onto the waffle iron, using about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of batter per waffle, depending on the size of your waffle iron. Close the lid and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown and crispy.
Serving
- 7
Serve the Dish
Plate a waffle and top it with a piece of fried chicken. Drizzle generously with maple syrup before serving. Enjoy your delicious Southern fried chicken and waffles!
