Save Savory, spicy buffalo chicken and smoky bacon atop crispy mini waffles—perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or game day snack.
I first served this at a family party and everyone asked for seconds
Ingredients
- Chicken: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 400 g) cut into 2 cm cubes, 1/2 cup (60 g) all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 large eggs, 1 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs, Vegetable oil for frying
- Buffalo Sauce: 1/3 cup (80 ml) hot sauce (e.g., Franks RedHot), 2 tablespoons (30 g) unsalted butter melted, 1 teaspoon honey
- Bacon: 8 slices bacon
- Waffles: 16 frozen mini waffles (or homemade if preferred)
- Toppings: 1/4 cup (30 g) blue cheese crumbles, 2 tablespoons (8 g) chopped fresh chives, Ranch or blue cheese dressing for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Bake Bacon:
- Arrange bacon slices on the prepared sheet and bake for 15 18 minutes until crisp. Transfer to paper towels once cool cut each strip in half.
- Prepare Breading Station:
- Place flour salt pepper and garlic powder in one bowl beat eggs in a second bowl place panko in a third bowl.
- Bread Chicken:
- Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture dip in egg then coat with panko.
- Fry Chicken:
- Heat 1.5 cm vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 3 4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Make Buffalo Sauce:
- Whisk together hot sauce melted butter and honey. Toss fried chicken pieces in the buffalo sauce to coat.
- Toast Waffles:
- Toast mini waffles according to package instructions.
- Assemble Bites:
- Top each waffle with a piece of bacon a buffalo chicken bite blue cheese crumbles and a sprinkle of chives. Drizzle with dressing if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Save These bites always bring the family together on game day, with everyone enjoying the spicy and smoky flavors.
Required Tools
Baking sheet, Parchment paper, Mixing bowls, Tongs, Deep skillet, Paper towels, Waffle toaster or oven
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten), Egg, Milk (butter blue cheese ranch blue cheese dressing). Bacon may contain preservatives check labels if sensitive.
Nutritional Information
Calories 160, Total Fat 9 g, Carbohydrates 12 g, Protein 9 g per bite
Save Enjoy these flavorful bites fresh and crispy for the best experience.
Recipe FAQ
- → How do you get the chicken crispy and tender?
Coat chicken cubes in seasoned flour, dip in beaten eggs, then panko breadcrumbs before frying in hot oil. This creates a crunchy exterior while keeping the inside juicy.
- → Can I make the mini waffles from scratch?
Yes, homemade mini waffles add freshness and allow control over flavor, but store-bought frozen waffles work well for convenience.
- → What is a good substitute for blue cheese crumbles?
Feta cheese offers a milder tang, and goat cheese can also be used to complement the spicy and smoky elements.
- → Is there an easy way to crisp bacon evenly?
Arrange bacon on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, flipping if needed, until crisp.
- → How can I adjust the spice level?
Modify the buffalo sauce by reducing hot sauce or adding honey for sweetness to balance the heat to your preference.