Crispy Chicken & Waffles with Peppered Gravy
Nick Haghighi

Crispy Chicken & Waffles with Peppered Gravy

Aug 25, 2026

Serves 4

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 ½ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp paprika, extra
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper
  • Olive oil spray
  • 4 store-bought waffles
  • 1 packet Gravy Baby Peppered Gravy
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup milk

Method

1.     Place the chicken thighs in a bowl with the buttermilk and 1 teaspoon paprika. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

2.     Combine the panko breadcrumbs, extra paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

3.     Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and coat generously in the seasoned breadcrumbs.

4.     Air fry at 375°F for approximately 16 to 20 minutes, turning halfway, until golden, crisp, and cooked through. Alternatively, bake at 400°F until cooked through.

5.     Toast the waffles until golden.

6.     Prepare the Gravy Baby Peppered Gravy using 1 cup water and 1 cup milk according to the package directions.

7.     Top each waffle with crispy chicken and generously spoon over the Peppered Gravy.