Uptown Chicken And Waffles
Indulge in a delicious Mecklenburg-inspired dish with our Uptown Chicken and Waffles recipe. This savory and sweet combination is sure to satisfy your cravings for a hearty meal with a touch of Southern comfort.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 8 frozen waffles, toasted
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, marinate the chicken breasts in buttermilk for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Dredge the marinated chicken breasts in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Toast the waffles according to package instructions.
- Place a piece of fried chicken on top of each waffle and drizzle with maple syrup.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 450 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 40g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large bowl Skillet
Tools
Tongs Whisk
Serving suggestions
Serve the Uptown Chicken and Waffles with a side of coleslaw or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the maple syrup before drizzling over the chicken and waffles.
Cost
$15