Ingredients
For The Hot Honey
1 cup honey
3 Tbsp. habaneros, deseeded and roughly chopped
Yields:
4 – 6
Prep Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 30 mins
ABOUT THE DISH
Experience the ultimate fusion of flavors with our Chicken and Waffles Sandwich, a delightful handheld twist on the classic Americana dish. By adding a perfectly fried egg to the mix, the runny yolk creates a rich, creamy sauce that elevates each bite. A drizzle of hot habanero honey introduces a subtle heat, perfectly balancing the sweet and salty elements. Whether you use homemade or toaster waffles, this easy-to-make sandwich will redefine your breakfast experience—trust us, you won't forget your first bite! If you try it, we’d love to hear how it turned out in the comments below!
For The Spice Mix
2 Tbsp. paprika
1 Tbsp. freshly ground black pepper
1 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 Tbsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. celery salt
1/2 tsp. cayenne
For The Chicken
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
6 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 1 1/4 lb.)
Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
Kosher Salt
For The Sandwiches
1/2 Tbsp. vegetable or peanut oil
6 large eggs
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
12 cooked waffles
Directions
- For The Hot Honey
Step 1
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey and habaneros. bring to a low simmer, then reduce heat to low and let cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Strain honey in an airtight container. (Honey can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 month and reheated in the microwave to soften.)
- For The Spice Mix
Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients.
- For The Chicken
Step 1
In a large bowl whisk together buttermilk and 2 1/2 tablespoons spice mix. Add chicken to bowl and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate for at least 2 hours and up to 24: the longer the better.
Step 2
Fill a large cast-iron skillet with 3/4″ oil and hear to 350ºF. In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch and 2 tablespoons spice mix.
Step 3
Right before you’re ready to fry, add 2 to 3 large spoonfuls of marinade to the flour mixture and mix it in with your hands. (This will create some crumbly spots in the flour that will lead to crispy-crackly bits of batter on the chicken.) Working in batches, coat thighs thoroughly in seasoned flour, then carefully add to hot oil.
Step 4
Fry until chicken is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165ºF, 4 to 5 minutes. Move cooked chicken to a wire rack0lined baking sheet and season each thigh with salt an da pinch of the spice mix.
- For The Sandwiches
Step 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Working batches, crack eggs into skillet ands season each with salt and pepper. Cook until the white is just set and the yolk is still runny, about 2 minutes.
Step 2
Place one thigh on top of waffle, then top with an egg and another waffle. Repeat with remaining ingredients. Slice each in half, then drizzle with hot honey.