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Fried Chicken and Waffles

Crispy fried chicken atop fluffy waffles, served with a tangy purple cabbage slaw and a creamy drizzle. A quick, satisfying meal that's perfect for any time of day.

Total time
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
650
Protein
35g
Fried Chicken and Waffles
comfortingindulgentamericanchickencrispyfluffyweeknightweekend

Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken tenders
  • 4 pieces waffles
  • 2 cups purple cabbage
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, toss the 2 cups shredded purple cabbage with 2 tbsp mayonnaise and 1/4 tsp salt. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high. Season the 1 lb chicken tenders with remaining 3/4 tsp salt and fry until golden and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.

  3. 3

    Toast the 4 waffles until crisp. Place one waffle on each plate, top with chicken, then slaw. Drizzle with remaining mayonnaise.

Tools you’ll need

  • skillet
  • bowl
  • tongs

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