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Chicken and Waffles

Cultural Context

Chicken and waffles originated in the United States, particularly in the South, where it became a staple of soul food cuisine. The dish combines the savory flavor of fried chicken with the sweetness of waffles, often enjoyed during brunch or special occasions. Today, it has gained popularity across the globe, with various interpretations and adaptations appearing in restaurants and homes alike.

AmericanBBmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb farmer's choice chicken fillets
1/4 cup chili honey
1 cup pumpkin (cooked and pureed)
2 large eggs
1 cup almond milk
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh ginger (grated)
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 cups flour

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining tanginess.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be more expensive.

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer additives.

fried chicken

🥗Healthier: baked chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Baked chicken is lower in fat and can be more economical.

1

Heat oil for frying chicken.

2

Coat chicken fillets in chili honey.

3

Prepare waffle batter with pumpkin, eggs, almond milk, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, fresh ginger, baking powder, and flour.

4

Drop the chicken fillets into the hot oil to fry until golden brown.

5

Pour waffle batter into the preheated waffle maker and cook until done.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryingmixingbaking

Equipment Needed

deep fryermixing bowlwhiskmeasuring cupsmeasuring spoonsbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Waffles with Fried ChickenSouthern Chicken and Waffles

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