Description
This Pancakes with Crispy Chicken Burgers recipe combines fluffy pancakes with crunchy, juicy fried chicken for the ultimate comfort food. It’s a fun alternative to traditional burgers and pairs perfectly with maple syrup or a creamy sauce!
Ingredients
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For the Pancakes:
- 200g (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 250ml (1 cup) buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Butter or oil for cooking
For the Crispy Chicken:
- 2 boneless chicken breasts (cut into 4 fillets)
- 100g (3/4 cup) flour
- 2 eggs (beaten)
- 100g (1 cup) panko breadcrumbs
- 50g (1/3 cup) cornstarch
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Oil for frying
For Toppings:
- Maple syrup or honey
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese (optional)
- Butter for serving
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
Step 1: Make the Pancakes
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and lightly grease with butter or oil.
- Pour about ¼ cup of batter into the pan for each pancake. Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
- Keep warm while making the chicken.
Step 2: Make the Crispy Chicken
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs.
- Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl.
- Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip in beaten egg, then coat in panko breadcrumbs. Press the breadcrumbs on to ensure a crispy texture.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 175°C (350°F).
- Fry the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
Step 3: Assemble & Serve
- Place a pancake on a plate, top with a crispy chicken fillet, then add a slice of cheddar (if using).
- Drizzle with maple syrup or honey for a sweet-savory combo.
- Optionally, add another pancake on top like a sandwich or serve open-faced.
- Serve hot with extra syrup or butter on the side.
Nutrition
- Calories: ~580 kcal
- Sugar: ~9g
- Sodium: ~600mg
- Fat: ~25g
- Saturated Fat: ~8g
- Carbohydrates: ~55g
- Fiber: ~2g
- Protein: ~30g