Follow these steps for perfect results
Nonfat Greek yogurt
Milk
Chile de arbol powder
Kosher salt
Black pepper
freshly ground
Whole chicken
cut into eight pieces
Canola oil
for brushing and frying
All-purpose flour
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Unbleached all-purpose flour
Cornmeal
Baking soda
Sea salt
fine
Eggs
separated
Buttermilk
Unsalted butter
melted
Tangerine juice
Bourbon
Unsalted butter
softened
Clover honey
Pink peppercorns
coarsely crushed
Salt
Sweet sorghum syrup
Tangerine zest
finely grated
Tangerine juice
Blackberries
sliced lengthwise
Pomegranate seeds
Fresh mint leaves
chopped
Whisk together 2 cups Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk, 1 teaspoon chile de arbol powder, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Add the chicken to the yogurt mixture and toss to coat.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours to marinate.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and rinse under cold water.
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.
Combine 2 teaspoons kosher salt, 1 teaspoon chile de arbol powder, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Place chicken on a baking sheet and brush with canola oil.
Season with salt mixture and bake for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
Transfer chicken to the refrigerator to cool for 20 minutes.
Whisk together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, 1 tablespoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
Whisk together the remaining 2 cups of yogurt and 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons of milk.
Season with 1 teaspoon kosher salt and a pinch of black pepper.
Dip chicken in yogurt mixture, then dredge in flour mixture.
Heat 2 inches of canola oil in a cast iron pan over medium heat.
Fry chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
Remove chicken to a baking rack over a baking sheet.
Repeat with remaining chicken.
Place a Buttermilk Waffle on a plate.
Spread with Tangerine Pink Peppercorn Butter.
Top with fried chicken and drizzle with Sorghum-Bourbon-Tangerine Syrup.
Garnish with Blackberry-Pomegranate Relish.
Preheat waffle iron.
Preheat oven to 225 degrees F to keep waffles warm.
Whisk together flour, cornmeal, baking soda, and salt.
Whisk egg yolks with buttermilk and butter.
Beat egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients while mixing gently.
Fold egg whites into the batter.
Spread batter onto the waffle iron.
Cook waffles until golden brown, 2 to 5 minutes.
Serve immediately or keep warm.
Prepare an ice bath.
Combine tangerine juice and bourbon in a saucepan, bring to a boil, and reduce to 1/2 cup.
Transfer to a bowl in the ice bath and stir until cold.
Put butter in a bowl, add tangerine juice mixture, honey, peppercorns, and salt.
Stir until combined.
Combine sorghum syrup and tangerine zest and juice in a saucepan and simmer.
Serve warm.
Combine blackberries, pomegranate seeds, and mint in a bowl.
Cover and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
Expert advice for the best results
Marinate chicken for the maximum recommended time for best flavor.
Use a thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through.
Adjust the amount of chile de arbol to control the spice level.
Everything you need to know before you start
30 minutes
Chicken can be marinated and waffles can be made ahead.
Stack waffles high with chicken, syrup, and relish for a visually appealing presentation.
Serve immediately after cooking.
Offer additional syrup and relish on the side.
The bubbles and slight sweetness complement the dish.
The hoppy bitterness cuts through the richness.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A modern twist on a classic Southern combination.
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