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Chicken and Waffle Sliders

Delicious Chicken and Waffle Sliders for Brunch Bliss

Delight in Chicken and Waffle Sliders, a blissful fusion of crispy chicken and fluffy waffles, perfect for any brunch.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 sliders
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can substitute Greek yogurt mixed with milk.
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Using chicken tenders speeds up prep time.
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce Optional for spice.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • Vegetable Oil for frying Use neutral oils if preferred.
For the Waffles
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Reduce for less sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Essential for fluffiness.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Almond or oat milk as dairy-free options.
  • 2 large Eggs Flax eggs can be used.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Applesauce can be a lower-fat alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use almond extract for a flavor twist.
For Assembling
  • Pure Maple Syrup for topping Honey is a substitute.
  • Fresh Chives optional for garnish Substitute with green onions if desired.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • skillet
  • waffle iron

Method
 

Marinating the Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine buttermilk with hot sauce. Coat chicken and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or overnight.
Preparing the Coating
  1. Mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
Frying the Chicken
  1. Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Coat marinated chicken in flour mix and fry for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
Preparing the Waffle Batter
  1. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in one bowl. In another bowl, mix milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla. Combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
Cooking the Waffles
  1. Preheat waffle iron, grease, and pour batter in. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy.
Assembling the Sliders
  1. Layer a crispy chicken piece on a waffle, drizzle with syrup, and top with another waffle. Optionally add butter and chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliderCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken overnight. Serve immediately for optimal texture.

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