Chicken and Waffles Recipe
Indulge in the delightful fusion of flavors with this Chicken and Waffles recipe. Crispy, juicy chicken thighs are perfectly fried to golden perfection and paired with fluffy waffles, all drizzled with rich maple syrup. Whether it’s a special brunch or a comforting dinner, this dish guarantees smiles around the table. Get ready to impress your family and friends with a meal that combines sweet and savory goodness in every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup real maple syrup
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup whole milk (for waffle batter)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs in a mixture of buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper for at least 1 hour.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and seasonings for the coating mix.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture and fry until golden brown (7-8 minutes per side).
- For the waffles, whisk together flour, baking powder, eggs, milk, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sugar until smooth.
- Preheat waffle iron and cook batter according to manufacturer instructions until crisp.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 355g)
- Calories: 740
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1030mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 26g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 160mg