Southern-Style Chicken and Waffles
By Instacart
30 min
4 servings
500 cal
About this recipe
Indulge in a bit of Southern comfort with our tasty chicken and waffles. The crispy fried chicken and fluffy waffles are ideal for a hearty brunch or a unique dinner.
Chicken and waffles has been popular in the American South since the early 20th century. It's beloved for its sweet and savory flavors.
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Full ingredient list
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt
- Pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 2 cups waffle mix
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- Maple syrup for serving
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Preparation
1
Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours.
2
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350 F.
3
Combine flour, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
4
Dredge chicken in flour mixture and fry for about 15 minutes or until golden brown with an internal temperature of 165 F.
5
Prepare waffle batter by combining waffle mix, water, melted butter, and sugar.
6
Cook waffles according to waffle maker instructions.
7
Serve chicken on top of waffles with a generous drizzle of maple syrup.
For a healthier version, use whole wheat flour for the waffles and bake the chicken instead of frying.
For extra crispy chicken, double dredge in the flour mixture before frying.
Nutrition Info
Sugar
3 g
Fiber
2 g
Sodium
2100 mg
Cholesterol
175 mg
Saturated Fat
10 g
Fat
20 g
Carbohydrates
45 g
Protein
35 g
Calories
500 kcal