INGREDIENTS
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FOR THE CHICKEN:
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4 boneless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness
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1/2 cup pickle juice
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1 large egg, beaten
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1/2 cup milk
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper hot sauce
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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Vegetable or peanut oil for frying the chicken
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FOR THE MAPLE HOT SAUCE:
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1 cup Grade A maple syrup
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4 tablespoons cayenne pepper hot sauce
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper powder
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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FOR THE WAFFLES:
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1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon sugar
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3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 cup milk
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4 tablespoons butter, melted
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1 cup sharp cheese, shredded
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1/4 cup bacon, cooked and crumbled (4 slices)
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3 tablespoons fresh or pickled jalapeño, minced
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Sliced pickles (for garnish, optional)