If you’ve ever wondered what to serve with chicken and waffles, then you’re in for a treat! This classic sweet and savory dish is a favorite for many, and there are plenty of delicious additions that can take it to the next level.
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
Chicken and waffles is the epitome of soul food. It’s a delicious comfort food that combines the best of both worlds – sweet and salty. Plus, you can use any type of chicken pieces you prefer, from breasts to wings to thighs. And when you make it at home, you know exactly what you’re getting.
🥦 Vegetables
To complement your chicken and waffles, there are numerous vegetable dishes that pair perfectly:
- Cajun Green Beans
- Corn on the Cob
- Smoked Mushrooms
- Asparagus
- Fried Eggplant
- Pan Fried Zucchini
- Steamed Butternut Squash
- Black Eyed Peas and Collard Greens
- Pan Fried Broccoli
- Roasted Cauliflower
- Sauteed Spinach
- Mustard Greens
- Sweet Peas
- Steamed Carrots
- Sauteed Mixed Vegetables
🥔 Potato Sides
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If you’re a fan of starch on starch, then you’ll love these potato sides with your chicken and waffles:
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Mashed Potatoes
- Cajun Fries
- Crispy Potatoes
- Air Fryer Hash Browns
- Potato Wedges
- Cajun Potato Salad
- Smashed Potatoes
- Tater Tots
- Scalloped Potatoes
- Twice Baked Potatoes
- Roasted Red Potatoes
- Hasselback Potatoes
- Baked Potato Skins
🥗 Salads
No meal is complete without a refreshing salad. Here are some salads that pair perfectly with crispy fried chicken and waffles:
- Broccoli Salad
- Panzanella Salad
- Cashew Pear Tossed Salad
- Apple Cranberry Salad
- Berry Tossed Salad
- Greek Salad
- House Salad
- Romaine Salad
- Apple Feta Tossed Salad
- Late Summer Pasta Salad
- BLT Chicken Salad
- Avocado Tossed Salad
- Garden Salad
- Chickpea Salad
- Kale Salad
- Spinach Salad
- Waldorf Salad
🍓 Fruits
For a burst of freshness, fruits make a wonderful side dish for chicken and waffles:
- Fried Apples
- Grilled Pineapple Skewers
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Mixed Fruit Kabobs
- Grilled Peaches
- Beet and Blueberry Fruit Salad
- Melon and Blackberry Salad
- Cherry Chiffon Salad
- Apple Cinnamon Curly Fries
- Cranberry Relish
- Strawberries and Blueberries
🍯 Syrups and Sauces
While traditional butter syrup is always a winner, why not try something different? These syrups and sauces are perfect for chicken and waffles:
- Maple Syrup
- Strawberry Syrup
- Blueberry Syrup
- Buttermilk Syrup
- Dutch Honey Syrup
- Vanilla Butter Syrup
- Brown Sugar Butter Syrup
- Rose Syrup
- Blood Orange Syrup
- Spicy Maple Syrup
- Sour Cream
- Peanut Butter
- Ice Cream
- Honey Butter
- Hot Sauce
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And don’t forget about homemade biscuits! They pair perfectly with a plate of chicken.
📘 Related Recipes
If you’re craving more delicious recipes, here are a few related ones to try:
- Southern Chicken and Waffles
- Copycat Bojangles Fried Chicken Recipe
- Air Fryer Ranch Chicken Wings
- Chicken and Waffle Casserole Recipe
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This post was last modified on 12/28/2023 7:45 pm