No need to count calories with these Chicken and Waffles, this sweet and salty classic is worth every bite!
Chicken and Waffles is a favorite for either brunch or dinner! Buttermilk Syrup would taste great on this sweet and savory waffle twist.
A sweet and savory classic
You will not regret whipping up a batch of golden brown Chicken and Waffles!! This classic is packed with flavor, and perfect any time of the day, whether you want to enjoy it for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
We start with a favorite Belgian waffles recipe, top it with a homemade fried chicken and a sweet, creamy honey butter. Is your mouth watering yet?!
For a slight variation, cook a baking sheet of baked chicken wings or drumsticks.
how to make chicken and waffles
This recipe actually is 3 recipes in one dish. There’s the fried chicken, the waffles and a recipe for delicious honey butter.
Fried Chicken
PREP. Add the chicken wings to a medium bowl. Toss the chicken pieces with the salt, onion powder, garlic powder, sage, black pepper, cumin, paprika, and thyme. Pour the buttermilk over the top and mix gently.
REFRIGERATE. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to overnight.
FRY. When ready to cook the chicken, preheat 1-2 inches of oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour and cornstarch. Toss the chicken wings in the flour mixture, shaking off the excess flour.
Fry the chicken pieces for 3 minutes, flip, then fry for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until cooked to 160 degrees. Drain on paper towels or wire rack.
- Chicken wings work great for this dish. Chicken thighs also work well because they retain their moisture. Adjust the fry time according to the cut. Chicken breasts and chicken tenders are more likely to dry out.
- For thicker crispier coating, dredge the chicken twice.
- Oil should reach 365°F. No thermometer? No problem – I like to use the end of a wooden spoon. If the oil immediately bubbles when the spoon is inserted, then it is hot enough. If it sizzles too vigorously, then it is too hot. And if it doesn’t bubble at all, turn up the heat.
- Once the chicken has been fried, brush them with hot sauce for a bit of a kick!
Waffles
WET INGREDIENTS. Add the butter and milk to a small bowl or measuring cup, and heat in the microwave for one minute and thirty seconds, or until the butter is melted. Whisk in the vanilla and set aside. In a large bowl, beat the eggs until fluffy. Add the milk mixture and stir to combine.
DRY INGREDIENTS. Add the flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar, and mix until just combined (small lumps are ok). Let sit five minutes.
