Jul 14 2026
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Chicken & Waffles Recipe

Inspired by The Windmill & Bar 51
Time1h
Serves4

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Ingredients

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For the Chicken

For the Waffles

For Serving

Method

Preparing the Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Add the chicken thighs and mix well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Coating

    In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    Remove the chicken from the marinade and let the excess buttermilk drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it's well coated. Fry the chicken in batches, cooking for about 5-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Making the Waffles

  1. 5

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.

  2. 6

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.

  3. 7

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing; a few lumps are okay.

  4. 8

    Cook the Waffles

    Preheat your waffle iron. Pour an appropriate amount of batter into the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden brown.

Serving

  1. 9

    Plate the Dish

    Place a waffle on a plate, top with a piece of fried chicken, and drizzle with maple syrup. Add a pat of butter on top if desired.

  2. 10

    Serve Immediately

    Serve the chicken and waffles hot, with extra maple syrup on the side.

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