Chicken and waffle crush

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Prepare the Fried Chicken:

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Place the flour in a shallow dish. Remove each piece of chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off. Dredge in flour to coat completely.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.

Make the Waffles:

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, beat the eggs with milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Some lumps are okay.
  4. Cook the Waffles: Preheat your waffle iron. Pour enough batter to just cover the waffle grid. Close the lid and cook until the waffle is golden and crisp. Repeat with the remaining batter.

Assemble the Chicken and Waffle Crush:

  1. Prepare the Serving Plate: Place a waffle on each plate.
  2. Add the Chicken: Top each waffle with a piece of fried chicken.
  3. Serve: Serve with butter and drizzle generously with maple syrup or honey. Add a dash of hot sauce if you like a spicy kick.

Tips:

  • Chicken Size: If using chicken breasts, consider pounding them to an even thickness for uniform cooking.
  • Resting the Batter: Let the waffle batter rest for about 5 minutes before cooking to allow the baking powder to activate for fluffier waffles.
  • Keeping Warm: Keep cooked waffles and chicken warm in a low oven (about 200°F) while preparing the rest.

Visual Aids:

  • Step-by-Step Photos: Include photos of the chicken marinating, being dredged in flour, frying, and the waffle batter preparation, as well as the final assembly.
  • Video Tutorial: A video showing the key steps, especially frying the chicken and pouring the waffle batter, can offer additional guidance.

The Chicken and Waffle Crush is a celebration of textures and flavors, perfect for those who love the combination of sweet and savory. Enjoy crafting this beloved dish and indulge in the delicious contrast in every bite!

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