🍗🧇 Southern Fried Chicken and Waffles

 Indulge in the ultimate comfort combo: crispy, golden Southern Fried Chicken paired with fluffy, buttery waffles!

This classic dish blends savory and sweet for a brunch or dinner that will wow your taste buds. Perfect for special occasions or weekend treats! 😍

🌟 Why You’ll Love It

• Crispy, juicy fried chicken with a flavorful crust
• Light, fluffy waffles with a hint of sweetness
• Sweet & savory combo that’s simply irresistible
• Great for family meals, brunches, or celebrations

🛒 Ingredients

For the Fried Chicken:

• 4 bone-in chicken thighs or drumsticks
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Waffles:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1 3/4 cups milk
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

🍳 Instructions

1. Marinate Chicken:

• In a bowl, soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor).

2. Prepare the Coating:

• In a shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.

3. Fry the Chicken:

• Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
• Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in flour mixture, and coat well.
• Fry chicken in batches for about 12–15 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

4. Make the Waffles:

• Preheat waffle iron.
• In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
• In another bowl, beat eggs with milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
• Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed (don’t overmix!).
• Cook waffles according to your waffle iron’s instructions until golden and crisp.

5. Serve:

• Plate crispy fried chicken on top of warm waffles.
• Drizzle with maple syrup and add butter if desired.