Description
Delightful chicken and waffles blend Southern comfort with crispy fried chicken atop golden waffles. Maple syrup and butter elevate this classic dish, inviting you to savor a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk (480 ml)
- 1/2 cup butter (113 g), melted
- 2 tbsps sugar
- 2 tsps baking powder
Instructions
- Immerse chicken pieces in seasoned buttermilk marinade, refrigerating for minimum 60 minutes to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then thoroughly coat each piece with well-seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat oil to 350°F in deep skillet or fryer, carefully lowering chicken pieces to prevent oil splatter, and fry until exterior turns deep golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- While chicken fries, prepare waffle batter by whisking dry and wet ingredients until smooth, avoiding overmixing to maintain light texture.
- Preheat waffle iron to medium-high setting, generously greasing surfaces to prevent sticking, and pour batter to create crisp, golden waffles.
- Drain fried chicken on wire rack or paper towels to maintain crispiness and remove excess oil.
- Plate waffles and arrange hot, crispy chicken directly on top, drizzling with warm maple syrup or adding a pat of melted butter for classic southern-style presentation.
Notes
- Buttermilk marinade tenderizes chicken, infusing deep flavor and ensuring juicy meat throughout the cooking process.
- Seasoning the flour mixture adds extra layers of taste, creating a more complex and exciting coating for the crispy chicken.
- Allow chicken to rest after frying to maintain maximum crispiness and prevent soggy breading.
- Try maple-hot sauce blend for a sweet and spicy twist that elevates the classic chicken and waffles combination.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg