Chicken and Waffles

Indulge in the comforting fusion of crispy fried chicken and fluffy waffles, drizzled with rich maple syrup. This Southern classic is perfect for a cozy weekend brunch or a special family dinner.

• 4 pieces chicken thighs
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups waffle mix
• 2 eggs large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 cup maple syrup

Method

1. 1

   Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk in a bowl for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight in the refrigerator.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

3. 3

   In a separate bowl, mix the flour, paprika, salt, and pepper. Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat in the flour mixture.

4. 4

   Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken pieces for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

5. 5

   Transfer the fried chicken to a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through.

6. 6

   While the chicken is baking, prepare the waffles according to the package instructions or your homemade recipe, combining waffle mix, eggs, and milk in a bowl.

7. 7

   Cook the waffles in a preheated waffle iron until golden brown and crispy.

8. 8

   Serve the fried chicken on top of the waffles, drizzling with warm maple syrup.