Gaufres Salées Cheddar Jalapeno Façon Hot Chicken
45 minutes • 4-6 servings

Hot Chicken-Style Cheddar Jalapeño Waffles

A completely decadent take on the classic Quebec hot chicken! Golden and crispy cheddar jalapeño savory waffles topped with shredded rotisserie chicken, cheese curds, and green peas. All smothered in a generous homemade brown gravy enhanced with Firebarns Memphis BBQ sauce for a smoky and flavorful touch!

Ingredients

Savory cheddar and jalapeño waffles

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 ½ cups milk
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 tbsp melted butter
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar
  • 1 to 2 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh chopped chives

Firebarns Memphis brown sauce

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 3 tbsp Firebarns Memphis BBQ sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Toppings

  • 1 rotisserie chicken (about 700 g of meat), shredded
  • 2 cups cheese curds
  • 1 ½ cups frozen green peas
  • Fresh chopped parsley
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Prepare the savory waffles

  • In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and melted butter.
  • Stir the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients, then add the shredded cheddar, finely chopped jalapeños, and chives.
  • Gently mix to evenly distribute the cheese and jalapeños throughout the batter.
  • Preheat the waffle iron and cook the waffles until golden brown and crispy.
  • Cut the waffles into quarters and keep warm.

2. Prepare the Memphis brown gravy

  • In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the flour and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly golden.
  • Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, making sure to avoid lumps.
  • Add the Worcestershire sauce and the 3 tablespoons of Memphis sweet and sour BBQ sauce.
  • Mix well and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, until the sauce is rich, smooth, and slightly smoky.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Prepare the toppings

  • Roughly shred the rotisserie chicken, reserving a few pieces of crispy skin for extra flavor.
  • Gently reheat the chicken with a few spoonfuls of Firebarns Memphis brown gravy to keep it moist.
  • Cook the green peas in boiling water for 2 to 3 minutes, then drain.

4. Assemble the hot chicken

  • Arrange the cheddar and jalapeño savory waffle quarters on a large serving platter or diner-style plate, like nachos.
  • Generously distribute the shredded rotisserie chicken over the waffles.
  • Add the cheese curds and green peas.
  • Drizzle generously with hot Firebarns Memphis brown gravy, leaving some crispy waffle pieces exposed.
  • Finish with fresh parsley and black pepper.
  • Serve immediately with a small pitcher of extra brown gravy.