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Crispy Chicken And Waffles Recipe With Spicy Maple Syrup 1759045515.666057

Crispy Chicken and Waffles Recipe with Spicy Maple Syrup

  • Author: Sarah Williams
  • Total Time: 95 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

This recipe for Crispy Chicken and Waffles with Spicy Maple Syrup offers a savory crunch with sweet heat in every bite. It’s an easy, family-friendly dish that delivers perfectly golden, juicy chicken and fluffy waffles.

Ingredients

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  • 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, 2.5-3 lbs
  • 2 cups buttermilk (or milk + 2 Tbsp lemon juice)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 Tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust)
  • 2 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 6 cups frying oil (vegetable or canola)
  • 1 Tbsp hot sauce (optional, e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
  • 2 cups waffle mix (or scratch ingredients)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.5 cup pure maple syrup (Grade A Amber)
  • 1–2 tsp hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco or Sriracha)
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter (or dairy-free alternative)
  • Pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat chicken dry. Combine chicken with buttermilk and hot sauce in a bowl. Marinate in fridge for 30 minutes to 2 hours for tender results.
  2. Season and Dredge: Whisk flour and spices in a shallow dish. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip. Coat each piece thoroughly, pressing for full coverage. Double-dredge for extra crispy chicken.
  3. Fry the Golden Chicken: Heat 2-3 inches oil in a Dutch oven to 350F (175C). Fry chicken 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown (internal 165F/74C). Drain on a wire rack.
  4. Whip Up Fluffy Waffles: Prepare waffle batter as directed, adding vanilla extract. Heat and lightly grease your waffle iron. Cook until golden brown and crisp, with steam largely stopping. Keep warm (200F/95C).
  5. Create the Spicy Maple Syrup: Combine maple syrup, hot sauce, and butter in a small saucepan. Heat gently until melted and well combined, smelling fragrant. Stir in cayenne if using.

Notes

For a lighter option, air fry chicken at 375F (190C) for 20-25 minutes. If waffles stick, grease your iron more thoroughly. Consider gluten-free waffle mix or plant-based chicken alternatives. Garnish with fresh chives or seasonal berries.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Brunch
  • Method: Frying, Waffle Iron
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh, 1 waffle
  • Calories: 950 calories
  • Sugar: 40 g
  • Sodium: 1200 mg
  • Fat: 65 g
  • Saturated Fat: 20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 40 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 100 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 50 g
  • Cholesterol: 200 mg

Keywords: crispy chicken, waffles, spicy maple syrup, brunch, comfort food, family-friendly, easy, fried chicken, southern

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