Enjoy waffles all day long this upcoming National Waffle Iron Day. For dinner, try chicken and waffles with a delicious sweet and spicy mayo!
Chicken and Waffles with Sweet and Spicy Mayo
Chicken and Waffles with Sweet and Spicy Mayo
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Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper plus 1 teaspoon for mayo sauce
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 quart peanut oil for frying
- 8 chicken tenders
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoons prepared horseradish
- 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- Fresh baked waffles
Instructions
- Whisk together the eggs, cream, cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- In a paper bag, shake together the flour, cornstarch, and 1 tablespoon salt.
- Dip the chicken into the beaten egg mixture, then place into the flour mixture and shake to coat.
- Place the breaded chicken onto a wire rack; do not stack.
- Let the chicken rest for 20 minutes to allow the coating to set.
- Heat about 3 inches of oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In small batches, fry chicken 5 to 8 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove chicken, and drain on paper towels.
- Set aside or keep warm in a low oven.[br]
- [br]To make the mayo, combine mayonnaise, maple syrup, horseradish, cayenne pepper and mustard powder and whisk together until blended.
- Spoon over waffles and serve with chicken.
Thanks to KRUPS for submitting their signature waffles recipe. Celebrate National Waffle Iron Day all day long with these other waffle recipes for each meal!
Breakfast: KRUPS Signature Waffles
Breakfast: Bananas Foster Waffles
Dessert: Chocolate Chip Waffle Ice Cream Sandwiches
