Chicken & Cheddar, Scallion Waffles w/Syrup

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Serving: Serves 8
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cooking Time: Marinate 1 Hour, Cook 12 Minutes

Feb/March 2018 Magazine

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Ingredients

Directions

Note: Wash hands with soap and water.
1. In a shallow dish, whisk together buttermilk and egg. Add chicken breasts and refrigerate for 1 hour.
2. In another shallow dish, combine Panko crumbs, flour and seasonings; season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. In a 12-inch cast iron skillet or Dutch oven, add 1 inch of oil; heat oil to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
4. Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture and coat in Panko mixture.
5. Carefully place 2-3 pieces chicken in hot oil and fry, turning with tongs every 1–2 minutes and adjusting heat to maintain a steady temperature of 300 degrees Fahrenheit–325 degrees Fahrenheit, for 12 minutes or until skin is deep golden brown.
6. Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate and let drain. Repeat with remaining chicken pieces.
7. Heat a waffle iron to medium heat.
8. In a large bowl, whisk together baking mix, milk, vegetable oil and egg; fold in cheese and scallions.
9. Fill waffle iron with batter, close lid and cook according to manufacturer’s directions.
10. In a small bowl, combine maple syrup, butter and hot sauce.
11. Serve chicken on waffles topped with spicy syrup.
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Nutrition Facts

Calories: 574 (Calories from Fat: 180)
Total Fat: 20g (Saturated Fat: 8g)
Protein: 30g
Total Carbohydrates: 68g (Dietary Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 28g)
Cholesterol: 124mg
Sodium: 637mg