Fried Chicken & Waffles

25 MINS

30 MINS

2

METHOD

FOR THE CHICKEN:

1. Pat chicken dry with a paper towel, slice the chicken thighs in half.

2.     In a shallow bowl whisk together the flour, cornstarch, 2 tsp smoked paprika, onion powder, salt and black pepper.

3.     In another shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, buttermilk, baking powder and baking soda.

4.     Working one piece of chicken at a time, dip first into the dry mixture to coat, then dip into the wet mixture and then back into the dry.

5.     Repeat with all pieces of chicken.

6.     Air Fry for 18-22 minutes at 200°

7.     Carefully remove the chicken from the air fryer and place on a piece of parchment paper or aluminum foil.

8.     Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with the remaining paprika.

FOR THE WAFFLES:

9.     Crack the egg into a large bowl, then tip in the flour and a generous pinch of salt.

10.     Gradually whisk in the milk followed by the melted butter until smooth.

11.     Make the batter by blitzing all the ingredients together using a blender or hand blender. Can be made 1-2 hours ahead and chilled.

12.     Heat the waffle maker and brush with a little of the oil, then ladle in enough batter to just cover the surface.

13.     Cook for 5-6 minutes until the waffles are golden brown and crisp (may need longer).

14.     Serve immediately or keep warm in a low oven while you make the rest.