Description
A delicious and comforting Chicken Waffles recipe served with a sweet and tangy blueberry syrup. Crispy fried chicken tenders are paired perfectly with golden, fluffy waffles and a homemade blueberry syrup to create a perfect brunch or breakfast-for-dinner meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.75 cup buttermilk
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken tenders
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Waffles:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.75 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Blueberry Syrup:
- 1.5 cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 0.33 cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a shallow bowl, combine 1 cup flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Dip chicken tenders in 0.75 cup buttermilk, then dredge them thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F and fry the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Make the Waffles: In a bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 cup flour, baking powder, and sugar. In another bowl, combine the remaining 0.75 cup buttermilk, one egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix the wet and dry ingredients gently until just combined. Cook the batter in a preheated waffle iron according to manufacturer instructions until waffles are golden and crisp.
- Prepare the Blueberry Syrup: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, maple syrup, and lemon juice. Simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the blueberries burst and the syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
- Serve: Place the crispy fried chicken tenders on top of warm waffles. Drizzle generously with prepared blueberry syrup and serve immediately for a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors.
Notes
- For extra crunchy chicken, dip the tenders twice in buttermilk and flour before frying.
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries interchangeably for the syrup.
- This dish is perfect for a hearty brunch or a special breakfast-for-dinner meal.
- Make sure the oil temperature stays steady at 350°F for optimal frying results.
