Crispy Chicken Waffles

Crispy Chicken Waffles is a delightful fusion of savory and sweet, featuring golden, crunchy fried chicken served atop fluffy waffles. This midnight snack is perfect for satisfying late-night cravings with a halal twist.

Ingredients

• Boneless chicken thighs - 250 grams
• Buttermilk - 120 ml
• All-purpose flour - 100 grams
• Cornstarch - 30 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Egg - 1 large
• Vegetable oil - for frying
• Waffle mix - 200 grams
• Water - 180 ml
• Maple syrup - for serving
• Fresh fruit (like berries) - for garnish

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika for at least 30 minutes.
2. In another bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to create the dry mix.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat for frying.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess buttermilk drip off, then coat thoroughly in the dry mix.
5. Fry the chicken pieces in hot oil for about 6-8 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. While the chicken is frying, prepare the waffle batter by mixing the waffle mix with water according to package instructions.
7. Preheat a waffle iron and lightly grease it. Pour the waffle batter into the hot waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions, usually about 4-5 minutes.
8. Assemble the dish by placing a waffle on each plate, topping with crispy chicken, and drizzling with maple syrup. Garnish with fresh fruit if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.18 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from chicken.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from fresh fruit toppings.

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