Chicken & Waffles
When it comes to food, there are certain combinations that seem like they were destined to be together. One such pairing that has captured the hearts and taste buds of many is the delightful marriage of chicken and waffles. Originating from the soulful kitchens of Southern America, this dynamic duo has transcended its humble beginnings to become a beloved comfort food staple enjoyed by people around the world.
Servings: 6
Equipment
- 1 Waffle Maker
Ingredients
Seasoned Flour Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Waffle Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- 1 ¾ cup whole milk
- ½ cup melted butter
- 1-2 tsps vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all purpose flour
- 3 -4 tbsps sugar
- pinch of salt
- 4 tsps baking powder
Optional Bourbon Cream Sauce Ingredients
- ½ stick of butter
- 1 shot of bourbon
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup of white sugar
- 1 pinch of sugar.
Instructions
- Marinate your chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce. You can season the marinate with whatever you like (salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder)
- We are using my seasoned flour today for this recipe Otherwise, checkout the simple recipe: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Feel free to use boxed or pre-packaged waffle mix if you prefer. Otherwise, try this recipe.
- Waffles: 2 eggs, 2 cups all purpose flour, 1 ¾ cup whole milk, ½ cup melted butter, 3 -4 tbsps sugar, 4 tsps baking powder, pinch of salt, 1-2 tsps vanilla extract
- Mix the dry ingredients together and then mix the wet ingredients separately - and then combine them together.
- Optionally - we are making a Bourbon Cream Sauce. For that we need ½ stick of butter, ½ cup of white sugar, 1 shot of bourbon, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract, and 1 pinch of sugar.
- Combine the sauce ingredients and whisk constantly - simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Bread the chicken and heat your oil to 350 degrees. Fry the chicken for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and 165 degrees internal temperature.
- Once the chicken is done, let it drain on a wire rack and make your waffles.
Video
Notes
PRO TIP:
Waffle Cook time will vary depending on how much batter is poured and type of waffle maker used
Nutrition
Calories: 618kcal | Carbohydrates: 89g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 108mg | Sodium: 630mg | Potassium: 311mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 1253IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 283mg | Iron: 5mg
