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๐Ÿ— Southern-Style Chicken and Waffles: The Ultimate Guide to This Classic Comfort Food


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

  • โ€“ 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

  • โ€“ 1 cup buttermilk

  • โ€“ 1 teaspoon paprika

  • โ€“ 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • โ€“ 1 teaspoon onion powder

  • โ€“ 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a little heat)

  • โ€“ Salt and pepper, to taste

  • โ€“ 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • โ€“ Vegetable oil, for frying

  • โ€“ 2 cups waffle mix (or homemade waffle batter)

  • โ€“ Butter and maple syrup, for serving


Instructions

  • Marinate chicken: In a bowl, combine buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, cover, and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).

  • Prepare coating: In a separate bowl, place the flour seasoned with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  • Coat chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture.

  • Fry chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). Fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 6โ€“8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

  • Make waffles: Prepare waffle batter according to package or recipe instructions. Cook waffles in a preheated waffle iron until golden and crispy.

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  • Serve: Plate waffles topped with fried chicken. Add butter and drizzle generously with maple syrup. Enjoy that perfect sweet-savory bite! ๐Ÿฏ๐Ÿงˆ