Savory Southern Fried Chicken and Beer Waffle Stack
This delightful creation combines crispy fried chicken and fluffy beer-infused waffles, resulting in a sandwich that is sure to impress! Layered with savory bacon and caramelized onions, then drizzled with an indulgent maple-bourbon syrup, this dish is not just a meal—it’s an experience. Perfect for brunch or a hearty dinner, you're sure to please even the pickiest eaters at the table. Once you try this mouthwatering combination, it will quickly become a go-to favorite for any occasion!
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Bacon
12 slices (Cooked until crisp)
Butter
3 tablespoons (1 tablespoon for cooking onions, 2 tablespoons for syrup)
Onion
4 slices (Thickly sliced from a medium onion)
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
4 pieces (4 oz each) (Pounded to 1/2 inch thickness)
Salt
1/4 teaspoon (For seasoning chicken)
Black pepper
1/8 teaspoon (Freshly ground for seasoning chicken)
Bisquick baking mix
3/4 cup + 2 cups (For coating chicken and waffle batter)
Chipotle powder
1 teaspoon (1/2 teaspoon + 1/2 teaspoon) (Dried spice for flavoring)
Egg
2 large (Beaten for chicken and waffle batter)
Vegetable oil
1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons (For frying chicken and waffle cooking)
Pure maple syrup
3/4 cup (For syrup)
Bourbon whiskey
1 tablespoon (For syrup)
Regular or nonalcoholic beer
1 1/2 cups (For waffle batter)
Instructions
1
In a 12-inch skillet over low heat, cook the bacon until crispy, about 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels and set aside.
2
In a separate 6-inch skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown. Set aside when done.
3
Take each chicken breast and place it between pieces of waxed paper or plastic wrap. Gently pound the chicken to about 1/2 inch thick using the flat side of a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.
4
In a shallow bowl, combine 3/4 cup of Bisquick mix with 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle powder. In a second bowl, beat the 2 eggs and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of chipotle powder together. Dip each chicken piece first into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly with the Bisquick mixture.
5
In a 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the coated chicken breasts and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
6
While the chicken cooks, bring the maple syrup and 2 tablespoons of butter to a boil in a 1-quart saucepan. Remove from heat and stir in the bourbon. Set aside.
7
In a medium bowl, stir together the waffle ingredients: 2 cups of Bisquick baking mix, 1 1/2 cups of beer, and the remaining beaten egg until just blended. Preheat your waffle iron.
8
Pour slightly less than 2/3 cup of waffle batter onto the center of the preheated waffle iron, close the lid, and cook for about 5 minutes or until steaming stops. Carefully remove the waffle and repeat until you have made a total of 8 waffle sections.
9
To assemble the sandwiches, place a waffle section on a plate. Layer with 3 slices of bacon, a piece of fried chicken, caramelized onions, and top with another waffle section. Cut each sandwich in half and serve warm with the maple-bourbon syrup for dipping.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Savory Southern Fried Chicken and Beer Waffle Stack?
It is a hearty sandwich featuring crispy fried chicken breasts layered between fluffy beer-infused waffles, topped with bacon and caramelized onions, and served with a maple-bourbon syrup.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
The recipe makes enough for 4 large sandwiches, utilizing 8 waffle sections total.
What ingredients are used to flavor the chicken coating?
The chicken is coated using a mixture of Bisquick baking mix and chipotle powder for a smoky, savory flavor.
How do I prepare the chicken breasts for this recipe?
You should place each chicken breast between waxed paper or plastic wrap and gently pound them to a 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet.
What type of beer should I use for the waffles?
You can use regular beer or nonalcoholic beer; a light lager or amber ale typically works best for waffle batter.
How do I make the maple-bourbon syrup?
Bring 3/4 cup maple syrup and 2 tablespoons of butter to a boil, remove from heat, and then stir in 1 tablespoon of bourbon.
How long does it take to cook the bacon?
Cook the bacon in a skillet over low heat for about 8 to 10 minutes until it is crispy, turning occasionally.
How do I caramelize the onions for this dish?
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat, add the sliced onions, and cook for about 10 minutes while stirring frequently until golden brown.
What is the secret to the chicken's breading process?
The chicken is double-dipped: first into a mixture of beaten eggs and chipotle powder, then into a mixture of Bisquick and chipotle powder.
How long should the chicken be fried?
Fry the chicken in vegetable oil over medium heat for 8 to 10 minutes, turning once, until it is golden brown and cooked through.
What is the ratio of ingredients for the waffle batter?
Combine 2 cups of Bisquick baking mix, 1 1/2 cups of beer, and one beaten egg until just blended.
How much batter goes into the waffle iron for each section?
Use slightly less than 2/3 cup of waffle batter for each section on the preheated waffle iron.
How do I know when the waffles are finished cooking?
The waffles are generally ready after about 5 minutes or once the steaming from the waffle iron stops.
What is the correct assembly order for the stack?
Place a waffle section on a plate, then layer with 3 slices of bacon, one piece of chicken, caramelized onions, and top with a second waffle section.
Can I make this recipe without alcohol?
Yes, you can substitute nonalcoholic beer in the waffles and omit the bourbon from the syrup if desired.
What is the best way to serve the syrup?
The maple-bourbon syrup should be served warm on the side for dipping or drizzled over the stacked sandwich.
How much chipotle powder is used in total?
The recipe uses 1 total teaspoon of chipotle powder, split between the egg mixture and the flour coating.
Is Bisquick used in both the chicken and the waffles?
Yes, Bisquick is used as the breading for the chicken and as the base for the waffle batter.
Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
While the recipe calls for breasts, boneless skinless chicken thighs can be substituted if you adjust the cooking time slightly.
What temperature should I use for frying the chicken?
Medium heat is recommended for frying the chicken to ensure it cooks through without burning the breading.
Should I season the chicken before breading?
Yes, the chicken should be seasoned with salt and black pepper on both sides after being pounded thin.
How do I prevent the waffles from being tough?
Stir the waffle ingredients until they are just blended; over-mixing can result in tougher waffles.
Can I use a regular frying pan for the waffles?
Waffles require a waffle iron to get their specific shape and texture, though the batter could technically be used for pancakes.
How many slices of bacon are needed per sandwich?
Each sandwich is layered with 3 slices of crispy bacon.
What equipment is needed for the syrup?
You will need a small 1-quart saucepan to boil the syrup and butter.
Does the recipe call for salted or unsalted butter?
The recipe simply specifies butter, but either salted or unsalted will work depending on your taste preference.
How many eggs are used in this recipe?
Two large eggs are used: one for the chicken's egg wash and one for the waffle batter.
Is the onion sliced thin or thick?
The recipe suggests using 4 thick slices from a medium onion for the caramelization process.
Can I reheat the sandwiches?
It is best to reheat the components separately in an oven or air fryer to maintain the crispiness of the chicken and waffles.
What makes this recipe 'Southern' style?
The combination of fried chicken, waffles, bacon, and bourbon-infused syrup are all staples of Southern-inspired comfort food and brunch.