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Red Velvet Waffles and Chicken

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Red Velvet Waffles and Chicken is a decadent twist on the classic chicken and waffles. Featuring fluffy red velvet waffles topped with crispy fried chicken, it’s a colorful and indulgent dish perfect for brunch, dinner, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

  1. For the Red Velvet Waffles:
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
    • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1 tablespoon baking powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup buttermilk
    • 2 large eggs
    • 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 teaspoons red food coloring
    • 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
  2. For the Fried Chicken:
    • 4 chicken thighs or breasts (boneless and skinless)
    • 1 ½ cups buttermilk
    • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Vegetable oil for frying
  3. For the Cream Cheese Drizzle (optional):
    • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
    • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
    • 1 tablespoon milk
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

For the Fried Chicken:

    1. Marinate the chicken in a buttermilk and hot sauce mixture for at least 30 minutes or overnight.
    2. Prepare the flour mixture with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
    3. Coat the marinated chicken in the flour mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly.
    4. Fry the chicken in hot vegetable oil (350°F) for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. For the Red Velvet Waffles:
    1. Preheat the waffle iron and prepare the waffle batter by mixing flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
    2. Combine wet ingredients (buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring) and mix into the dry ingredients.
    3. Cook the waffles according to the waffle iron’s instructions until golden and crispy.
  3. For the Cream Cheese Drizzle:
    1. Whisk together softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. To Serve:
    1. Place a red velvet waffle on each plate and top with a piece of fried chicken.
    2. Drizzle with cream cheese drizzle, maple syrup, or dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

  1. You can make the waffles and chicken separately ahead of time and reheat before serving.
  2. For a spicy version, add cayenne pepper or chili flakes to the waffles or chicken.
  3. For a vegan version, substitute plant-based milk, vegan butter, and use crispy tofu or plant-based chicken for the fried chicken.
  4. Feel free to use different toppings such as fresh fruit, whipped cream, or a sweet glaze.

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