Sweet Heat Hot Honey Chicken and Waffles Delight

Ingredients

• 2 cups flour, sifted
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1 cup melted butter
• 4 pieces chicken breast fillets, pounded to even thickness
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup hot honey
• 1 cup vegetable oil

1. 01
   In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, eggs, and melted butter.
2. 02
   Combine the wet and dry ingredients to form a smooth waffle batter. Set aside.
3. 03
   In a separate bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, and black pepper for the chicken coating.
4. 04
   Dip each chicken fillet in the buttermilk, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
5. 05
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy, about 5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
6. 06
   Preheat a waffle iron and lightly grease it. Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crispy.
7. 07
   To serve, place a waffle on a plate, top with a piece of fried chicken, and drizzle generously with hot honey.