Crispy Chicken Waffle
Enjoy the perfect blend of crispy fried chicken paired with golden, fluffy waffles for a deliciously satisfying meal that combines savory and sweet flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 2 cups waffle batter (prepared or homemade)
- Butter, for serving
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, buttermilk, and hot sauce.
- In another bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip chicken thighs into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken thighs for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Meanwhile, cook waffles in a preheated waffle iron according to the manufacturer’s instructions until golden and crisp.
- Serve each waffle topped with a piece of crispy chicken, a pat of butter, and drizzle with maple syrup.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for 2 hours before breading. Serve with spicy honey for a delightful twist.
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