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Chicken and Waffles

A classic dish combining crispy fried chicken and fluffy waffles drizzled with syrup, perfect for brunch or casual dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Brunch, Dinner
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 825
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Waffles
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • Waffles (store-bought or homemade)
For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups buttermilk for marinating
  • 1 teaspoon paprika for seasoning
  • Vegetable oil for frying
For Serving
  • Maple syrup for drizzling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
  2. In another bowl, whisk the egg and mix it with milk and melted butter to create a smooth batter.
  3. Gradually combine the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until well mixed.
  4. Marinate the chicken breasts in buttermilk and sprinkle with paprika. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Dredge the marinated chicken breasts in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well coated.
  3. Fry the chicken until golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 6-8 minutes per side.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, prepare the waffles according to package instructions or your favorite homemade recipe.
Serving
  1. Serve the crispy fried chicken on top of the waffles, drizzled with warm maple syrup.

Notes

For added flavor, consider variations like adding cayenne pepper to the flour or using different marinades for the chicken. Serve immediately for the best texture.