Southern Fried Chicken and Waffles Bliss

Close-up of spicy fried chicken wings on a dark plate, garnished with lettuce and herbs.
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Southern Fried Chicken and Waffles Bliss

A classic American brunch dish from the Southern United States, combining crispy fried chicken with a fluffy waffle, drizzled with a sweet maple syrup and a dollop of whipped butter.

šŸ½ļø Main Course šŸŒ American šŸ“Š Medium ⭐ 4.6/5 (705 reviews)
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30m
Prep
šŸ”„
40m
Cook
āŒ›
70m
Total
šŸ‘„
4
Serves
šŸ”„
540
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
  • 1 cup Vegetable oil
  • 2 large Large eggs
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • 4 pounds Chicken breasts
  • 4 tablespoons Maple syrup
  • 2 sticks Whipped butter

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1: Preheat the oil in a deep frying pan to 350°F (180°C).

  2. 2

    Step 2: Mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.

  3. 3

    Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and buttermilk.

  4. 4

    Step 4: Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally the flour mixture again.

  5. 5

    Step 5: Fry the chicken in batches for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Step 6: Meanwhile, whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl.

  7. 7

    Step 7: In a separate pan, melt the butter and maple syrup over medium heat.

  8. 8

    Step 8: Whisk in the cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil.

  9. 9

    Step 9: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 2-3 minutes, or until thickened.

  10. 10

    Step 10: Cook the waffles according to the package instructions.

šŸ’” Pro Tips

To make crispy fried chicken, dip the breasts in buttermilk and then coat with a mixture of flour and spices. Use a thermometer to ensure the oil reaches the proper temperature. For the waffles, use a waffle iron and cook according to the package instructions.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

540
Calories
35g
Protein
60g
Carbs
25g
Fat
2g
Fiber
10g
Sugar
840mg
Sodium
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