Low Sodium Chicken and Waffles
Indulge in the comfort of southern-style cooking with a healthier twist in this Low Sodium Chicken and Waffles recipe. Perfectly crispy, golden fried chicken breasts are seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder—all while keeping the sodium in check. Paired with tender, homemade waffles crafted from scratch using low-sodium baking powder and unsalted butter, this dish achieves a balance of savory and sweet. Drizzle with pure maple syrup for a final touch that ties everything together. With just 30 minutes of prep and cook time, this guilt-conscious take on a classic comfort food favorite is ideal for brunch, lunch, or dinner, offering all the flavor you love without the extra salt.
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.75 cup milk
- 0.5 cup maple syrup
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
- 1 tablespoon low sodium baking powder
Directions
Step 1
Begin by marinating the chicken. In a shallow dish, combine the buttermilk, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon paprika, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and ensure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Step 2
When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess milk drip off.
Step 3
In a large bowl, mix together the flour, remaining garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, and low sodium baking powder.
Step 4
Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
Step 5
Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, gently place the chicken breasts in the skillet. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 6
For the waffles, melt the unsalted butter and let cool slightly. In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg and milk, then mix in the butter.
Step 7
In another bowl, combine the flour and baking powder. Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Step 8
Preheat a waffle iron and lightly grease it. Pour the batter into the waffle iron and cook until golden brown and crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
Step 9
Serve the chicken on top of the waffles, drizzled with maple syrup.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1607.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 6067.0 |
| Total Fat 530.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 94.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g | |
| Cholesterol 620.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1621.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 235.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 127.6g | |
| Protein 142.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 264.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 625.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1852.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories