Southern Fried Chicken and Waffles (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Southern Fried Chicken
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4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
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250ml buttermilk
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
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190g all-purpose flour
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60g cornstarch
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
→ Waffles
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250g all-purpose flour
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1 tablespoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 large eggs
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420ml milk
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75g melted butter
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Spicy Honey Butter Sauce
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120ml honey (or maple syrup)
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60g butter, melted
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1-2 teaspoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
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Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
# Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne (if using). Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight in the refrigerator.
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Mix flour and cornstarch in a shallow dish. Remove chicken from buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge chicken pieces in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure even coating.
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Heat oil in a deep skillet to 175°C over medium-high heat. Carefully add chicken pieces and fry for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (reaching 74°C internal temperature). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
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In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
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Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and whisk until just combined (small lumps are acceptable). Pour batter into a preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions until golden and crisp.
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In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together honey, melted butter, hot sauce, and cayenne pepper until thoroughly combined and warm. Adjust spice level to taste.
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Place a freshly cooked waffle on each plate and top with a piece of fried chicken. Generously drizzle the spicy honey butter sauce over the chicken and waffles. Serve immediately while hot.
# Notes:
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For crispier chicken, allow it to rest on a wire rack instead of paper towels.
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The chicken can be marinated overnight for more flavor penetration.
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Leftover waffles can be frozen and reheated in a toaster.