Chicken and Waffles

Ingredients:

For the Fried Chicken:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or 8 chicken tenders
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste for spiciness)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

For the Waffles:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 3/4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For Serving:

• Maple syrup
• Hot sauce (optional)
• Hot Honey (optional)

How to get that TastyBurp

1. Marinate the Chicken:

• In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
• Place the chicken in the buttermilk mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight.

2. Make the Waffle Batter:

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
• Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
• Preheat your waffle iron according to its instructions.

3. Fry the Chicken:

• In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350-375°F (175-190°C).
• In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper.
• Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.
• Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour, pressing the flour mixture onto the chicken to adhere well.
• Carefully place the chicken into the hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes for tenders or 10-12 minutes for breasts.
• Remove the chicken from the oil and let it drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

4. Cook the Waffles:

• Pour the waffle batter onto the preheated waffle iron (use the recommended amount for your specific waffle iron) and cook until golden and crispy.
• Keep the cooked waffles warm in a low oven while you finish cooking the remaining batter.

5. Serve:

• Place a waffle on a plate, top with fried chicken, and drizzle with maple syrup.
• Enjoy that TastyBurp.

Enjoy your homemade chicken and waffles! This dish is a delightful combination of sweet and savory flavors that's perfect for brunch or any time you're in the mood for a hearty meal.