Description
Crispy Chicken Waffles Delight is a perfect brunch recipe featuring golden fried chicken breasts served on warm, fluffy waffles drizzled with maple syrup. This sweet and savory dish combines the classic flavors of buttermilk waffles with seasoned, breaded chicken for a satisfying and delicious meal ideal for weekend gatherings or special breakfasts.
Ingredients
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Waffle Batter
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
Serving
- Maple syrup for serving
Instructions
- Prepare dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter together until smooth and well blended.
- Combine wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix to ensure fluffy waffles.
- Heat oil for frying: Pour enough vegetable oil into a frying pan to cover the bottom and heat over medium heat until shimmering and hot for frying the chicken.
- Season and bread chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Dredge each breast in the breadcrumbs, pressing them on to coat thoroughly.
- Fry the chicken: Fry the breaded chicken breasts in the hot oil, cooking each side for 6 to 8 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/75°C).
- Cook the waffles: Pour the waffle batter into a preheated waffle maker and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crisp.
- Assemble and serve: Place the crispy fried chicken breasts on top of the waffles and drizzle generously with maple syrup. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the waffle batter to keep waffles light and fluffy.
- Use a thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely through.
- You can keep cooked waffles warm in a low oven while frying the chicken.
- For extra crispiness, double coat the chicken with breadcrumbs.
- Maple syrup adds a wonderful sweet contrast but can be substituted with honey or hot sauce for a different flavor profile.
