By Becky Hardin
Published Dec 17, 2017
This Chicken and Waffles Recipe is such a cute and delicious appetizer. These MINI CHICKEN AND WAFFLES ON A STICK are so fun and perfect for celebrating! Whether its the holidays or game day, these will wow any crowd. I love that these Mini Chicken and Waffles are the perfect size. So delicious with syrup!
Chicken and Waffles Appetizer Recipe
This mini chicken and waffles recipe is a fun twist on a classic dish. Mini waffles and chicken on a stick make a tasty appetizer!
I love this creative Chicken and Waffles Recipe. I can still remember the first time I had chicken and waffles. I was living in Jacksonville, Florida and there were so many good restaurants. Chicken and Waffles are the ultimate brunch recipe…toasty waffles layered with crispy chicken and smothered in syrup. I mean, just describing it makes me hungry and happy.
This Mini Chicken and Waffles Recipe is a fun play on a classic southern dish and it is one of my favorite ways to celebrate. These Mini Chicken and Waffles on a Stick are the ultimate way to ring in the New Year, cheer on your favorite team in the big game, or have with friends and family for a Summer BBQ. They are literally a year round favorite!
This Mini Chicken and Waffles Recipe is a fun twist on a classic dish. You have to try these Mini Chicken & Waffles on a Stick!
How to Make Chicken and Waffles on a Stick
This Mini Chicken and Waffles recipe was so fun and simple to make. It’s all about basic ingredients with lots of flavor. Chicken, homemade waffles , syrup, voila! Chicken and Waffles on a stick!
We started with a quick and easy batter for the fried chicken, and it’s so much easier than I ever though it could be. Fried chicken has always been a little intimidating…but there’s no reason for all that. If I can do it, you can do it too!
This chicken is juicy, flavorful, and has just the right amount of crunch! And just look at that syrup drip…The more syrup the better if you ask me!!!
See the recipe card below for full instructions on how to make chicken and waffles on a stick
Do You Put Syrup on Chicken and Waffles?
YES! The idea of combining maple syrup with chicken might sound strange to some, but I assure you it is SO DELICIOUS. Traditionally, Chicken and Waffles is eaten with syrup on top (the more, the better). The sweetness of the syrup really brings out the flavors of the chicken and moistens the waffles.
I definitely added plenty of syrup to this Mini Chicken and Waffles Recipe. Even on a stick, it still needs syrup. You absolutely have to try it.
The Perfect Party Appetizer
Wouldn’t these mini chicken and waffles be so cute to serve at a child’s birthday party or a girls brunch? I’m SO obsessed.
I love the flavor combo of this chicken and waffles recipe. Judging by the way chicken and waffles is popping up on menus left and right, I’d say a lot of other people do too. Have you tried it?! I know it sounds weird to some of you, but give it a chance. It’s so fun and delicious.
We are big fans of this mini chicken and waffles recipe. Plus it’s cute to boot. I love food on a stick ! It makes life so much easier.
Now that you know how to make chicken and waffles on a stick, break out the skillet and fry up some of these babies. These Mini Chicken and Waffles are just too fun. If you make them for breakfast, serve them along with some bacon or home fries !
See the recipe card below for details on How to Make this Mini Chicken and Waffles Recipe. Enjoy!
If you like this chicken and waffles recipe, you’ll love these chicken recipes too:
- Baked Oven Fried Chicken
- Buttermilk Fried Chicken
- Baked Chicken Tacos
- Baked Chicken Wings
- Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
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For the Waffles
- ▢ 1 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- ▢ ½ cup powdered sugar
- ▢ ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ▢ ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ▢ 2 cups cultured lowfat buttermilk
- ▢ ¼ cup 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- ▢ 3 large egg whites
- ▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Chicken:
- ▢ Canola Oil for frying
- ▢ 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ▢ 4-6 chicken breast tenders skinless & boneless
- ▢ ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ▢ 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon ground garlic or garlic powder
- ▢ ½ teaspoon sweet paprika
- ▢ 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ▢ ¾ cup cold soda water *See Note
For Serving:
- ▢ Maple syrup for dipping or drizzling
Instructions
For the Waffles:
- Set waffle iron to MEDIUM temperature.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Add buttermilk, melted butter, egg whites and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- The waffle iron is hot enough when the waffle iron indicator is red (on my machine anyway).
- For a 9-inch waffle maker, use about half of the batter. (Follow the instructions per your waffle maker.) Close the lid and cook until waffle golden brown and still steaming.
- Repeat with remaining batter.
For the Chicken:
- Place a cooling rack over a baking sheet.
- Heat 2 cups of oil in a heavy skillet to 375°F.
- Season the chicken, on both sides, with salt & pepper.
- In a medium dish, whisk together flour, mustard powder, garlic powder, paprika and soda water.
- Dredge the chicken in the batter and let the excess drip off.
- Fry until chicken is golden brown on one side then flip the chicken, using tongs, and fry on the other side until it is golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should read 160°F. (The chicken breasts will continue to cook after removing from the heat.) Transfer the chicken to the cooling rack to drain.
To Serve:
- Cut each waffle square into fourths. Cut each chicken tender into fourths.
- Skewer one piece of chicken between two mini waffle squares onto an appetizer skewer.
- Serve immediately with a side of maple syrup (or drizzle the syrup over the chicken waffle appetizers).
- Enjoy!
Becky’s Tips
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Mini Chicken and Waffles on a Stick
Ingredients
For the Waffles
- 1 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- 2 cups cultured lowfat buttermilk
- ¼ cup 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 large egg whites
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the Chicken:
- Canola Oil for frying
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 4-6 chicken breast tenders skinless & boneless
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground garlic or garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¾ cup cold soda water *See Note
For Serving:
- Maple syrup for dipping or drizzling
Instructions
For the Waffles:
- Set waffle iron to MEDIUM temperature.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, salt, baking soda and baking powder. Add buttermilk, melted butter, egg whites and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- The waffle iron is hot enough when the waffle iron indicator is red (on my machine anyway).
- For a 9-inch waffle maker, use about half of the batter. (Follow the instructions per your waffle maker.) Close the lid and cook until waffle golden brown and still steaming.
- Repeat with remaining batter.
For the Chicken:
- Place a cooling rack over a baking sheet.
- Heat 2 cups of oil in a heavy skillet to 375°F.
- Season the chicken, on both sides, with salt & pepper.
- In a medium dish, whisk together flour, mustard powder, garlic powder, paprika and soda water.
- Dredge the chicken in the batter and let the excess drip off.
- Fry until chicken is golden brown on one side then flip the chicken, using tongs, and fry on the other side until it is golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should read 160°F. (The chicken breasts will continue to cook after removing from the heat.) Transfer the chicken to the cooling rack to drain.
To Serve:
- Cut each waffle square into fourths. Cut each chicken tender into fourths.
- Skewer one piece of chicken between two mini waffle squares onto an appetizer skewer.
- Serve immediately with a side of maple syrup (or drizzle the syrup over the chicken waffle appetizers).
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
