Ingredients
For the Fried Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
1½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup cornstarch
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
For the Waffles:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
2 large eggs
1¾ cups milk
⅓ cup melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Spicy Honey Butter Sauce:
½ cup honey (or maple syrup)
4 tbsp melted butter
1–2 tsp hot sauce (to taste)
Pinch of cayenne (optional)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Chicken:
Mix buttermilk with salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, and cayenne. Add chicken and marinate at least 30 minutes (overnight is best).
2. Fry the Chicken:
Mix flour and cornstarch in a bowl. Dredge chicken in the dry mix, pressing to coat. Fry in hot oil (medium-high) for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let rest on paper towels.
3. Make the Waffles:
Whisk dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another. Combine and mix just until blended. Cook in a hot waffle iron until crisp and golden.
4. Whisk the Sauce:
Mix honey, melted butter, hot sauce, and cayenne in a small bowl. Adjust heat to your liking.
5. Serve:
Top each waffle with a piece of fried chicken and drizzle generously with spicy honey butter. Serve hot and enjoy every bite!
Nutrition
- Calories: 600 per serving
- Fat: 30g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 70g per serving
- Protein: 20g per serving