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Chicken and Waffles

Southern American · Main

A decadent and savory-sweet breakfast classic featuring crispy, seasoned fried chicken served atop golden, fluffy buttermilk waffles with maple syrup.

IntermediateHigh protein
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1 hrA little patience, a lot of flavor
Prep time30 min
Cook time30 min
Servings4 people
DifficultyIntermediate
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How to make it

6 steps. Take it one step at a time.

  1. Whisk together 1 cup of buttermilk, salt, and pepper

    In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of buttermilk (240ml), salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and ensure they are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

    30 min

  2. Mix 1.5 cups of flour, paprika, and garlic powder

    In a separate shallow dish, mix 1.5 cups of flour (188g), paprika, and garlic powder. Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere.

  3. Heat the vegetable oil

    Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F (177°C). Carefully drop the chicken pieces into the hot oil and fry for 6-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the crust is golden brown. Drain on a wire rack.

    15 min

  4. Prepare the waffle batter

    While the chicken fries, prepare the waffle batter. In a large bowl, whisk the remaining 1.5 cups of flour (188g), sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt. In another bowl, beat the eggs with the remaining 1 cup of buttermilk (240ml) and melted butter. Stir the wet ingredients into the dry until just combined.

  5. Cook the waffles

    Cook the waffles in a preheated waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions until crisp and golden.

    5 min

  6. Serve the hot fried chicken

    Serve the hot fried chicken on top of the fresh waffles and drizzle generously with maple syrup.

A little kitchen wisdom

For the crispiest chicken, allow the breaded pieces to rest for 10 minutes before frying. Use high-quality maple syrup for the best flavor.

What you'll need

Waffle ironDeep fryer or heavy potWire rackWhiskMixing bowls
Keep the good going

For now. And for later.

Make it ahead

The chicken can be marinated up to 12 hours in advance. Waffles are best served fresh.

Store & enjoy

Store chicken and waffles separately in airtight containers. Reheat chicken in an oven at 375°F (190°C) to maintain crispness; toast waffles in a toaster or oven.

Allergens

Contains wheat, gluten, milk, eggs.

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Chicken and Waffles
Step 1 of 6

Whisk together 1 cup of buttermilk, salt, and pepper

In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of buttermilk (240ml), salt, and pepper. Add the chicken pieces and ensure they are well coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

30 min