Chicken & Watermelon & Waffles

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JR

Cuisine: American
Categories: Comfort Food & Brunch

This unique twist on a classic dish combines savory fried chicken with sweet watermelon and crispy waffles for a delightful flavor experience. Perfect for a fun brunch or dinner, this recipe is sure to impress your taste buds!

Chicken & Watermelon & Waffles

Difficulty: MEDIUM

Prep Time: 1 hour

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 2 cups diced watermelon
  • 8 frozen waffles
  • Maple syrup for serving

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, marinate the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. Dredge the marinated chicken breasts in the flour mixture until well coated.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the coated chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  6. Toast the frozen waffles according to package instructions.
  7. Serve the fried chicken on top of the waffles, topped with diced watermelon.
  8. Drizzle with maple syrup before serving.