Chicken & Waffles Recipe
Brown butter waffles, boneless fried chicken thigh, blueberry butter, blueberries, bourbon maple syrup
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Ingredients
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Waffles
Chicken
Blueberry Butter
Bourbon Maple Syrup
Garnish
Method
Waffles
- 1
Prepare the Waffle Batter
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the milk, melted brown butter, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Let the batter rest for about 10 minutes.
- 2
Cook the Waffles
Preheat the waffle iron. Once hot, pour an appropriate amount of batter onto the waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown. Repeat until all batter is used.
Chicken
- 3
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 4
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, place the flour and season with additional salt and pepper if desired. Take the marinated chicken out of the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken thighs and fry for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Blueberry Butter
- 6
Make the Blueberry Butter
In a small bowl, mix the softened butter, blueberries, and powdered sugar until well combined. Use a fork to mash the blueberries slightly to incorporate their flavor into the butter.
Bourbon Maple Syrup
- 7
Combine the Syrup
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the maple syrup and bourbon. Stir until warmed through and well mixed. Do not let it boil.
Assembly
- 8
Assemble the Dish
On a plate, stack a couple of waffles, top with fried chicken, and then spread a generous amount of blueberry butter on top. Drizzle with bourbon maple syrup and garnish with fresh blueberries.