Looking for a delicious and unique dish to serve at brunch or as an appetizer? Try making miniature chicken and waffles with maple syrup! This dish combines the savory flavor of fried chicken with the sweetness of waffles and maple syrup, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts- 1 cup all-purpose flour- 1 teaspoon salt- 1 teaspoon black pepper- 1 teaspoon garlic powder- 1 teaspoon paprika- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper- 1 cup buttermilk- 1 egg- 1 tablespoon hot sauce- Vegetable oil, for frying- Miniature waffles (store-bought or homemade)- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions:
1. Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.2. In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.3. In another shallow bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.4. Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess, then dip it into the buttermilk mixture, making sure it is fully coated.5. Dip the chicken back into the flour mixture, pressing the flour onto the chicken to ensure it is fully coated.6. Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350 degrees F.7. Fry the chicken in the hot oil until it is golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes.8. Transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain off any excess oil.9. Toast the miniature waffles according to package instructions or your preferred method.10. Assemble the miniature chicken and waffles by placing a piece of chicken on top of each waffle, then drizzling with maple syrup.11. Serve immediately and enjoy!
