Description
Mini chicken and waffles are the ultimate bite-sized appetizer! Crispy fried chicken paired with fluffy waffles is a crowd-pleasing, sweet-savory combo.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian herb seasoning
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Canola or peanut oil (for frying)
- Pre-made or homemade waffles, cut into bite-sized squares
Instructions
- Heat 3 inches of oil in a pot to 350°F.
- Cut waffles into bite-sized squares and keep warm in a 250°F oven.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, Italian herbs, black pepper, and salt.
- Coat chicken pieces in the dry mix, dip in buttermilk, then coat again in the flour mixture.
- Fry chicken in batches for 3-4 minutes until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Assemble: Place a chicken piece on each waffle square, secure with a toothpick, and serve with maple syrup or hot sauce.
Notes
- Keep the oil temperature consistent for perfectly crispy chicken.
- To save time, use store-bought waffles or fry chicken in advance.
- Customize with toppings like honey butter or whipped cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American