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Chicken and Waffles

Crispy buttermilk-fried chicken stacked on a golden, fluffy waffle and drizzled with warm maple syrup for the ultimate sweet-and-savory comfort plate.

75 minutes
Serves 4
Breakfast

Instructions

  1. 1

    Submerge the chicken thighs in 1 cup buttermilk with 1 teaspoon salt and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and season the meat.

  2. 2

    Whisk together 1.5 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, and the paprika, then dredge each marinated thigh in the seasoned flour, pressing firmly so the coating adheres.

  3. 3

    Heat oil to 350°F in a deep skillet and fry the chicken for 12-14 minutes, turning once, until the crust is deep golden and the internal temperature reaches 165°F, then drain on a wire rack.

  4. 4

    For the waffles, whisk the remaining 1/2 cup flour with the baking powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt, then stir in the eggs and remaining 1 cup buttermilk until just combined.

  5. 5

    Pour the batter into a preheated, greased waffle iron and cook for 4-5 minutes until crisp and golden.

  6. 6

    Place a hot waffle on each plate, top with a piece of fried chicken, and finish with a generous drizzle of warm maple syrup.

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