Valentine's Day Chicken and Waffles Reimagined on Arteflame Grill

Introduction

Make Valentine's Day special with our Chicken Pancakes with Maple Sugared Pecans recipe, perfect for an Arteflame Grill, Burger Pucks, or Grill Insert.

A delightful mix of sweet and savory, these heart-shaped pancakes and tender chicken are topped with cinnamon, sugared pecans, and maple syrup for a memorable breakfast.

Ingredients:

• 1 chicken breast
• Pancake batter, prepared ahead of time
• 1/4 cup Sugared Pecans
• A dash of Cinnamon
• Maple Syrup
• Powdered Sugar, for sprinkling
• Oil or butter, for greasing

Instructions

1. Prep the Grill:

   • Heat your Arteflame grill, Burger Pucks, or Grill Insert to between 400 and 450°F. Lightly oil the cooktop.

2. Prepare the Chicken:

   • Place the chicken breast between two pieces of saran wrap and pound to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut the chicken into a heart shape. Trim any excess with scissors. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until done.

3. Make Heart-Shaped Pancakes:

   • Grease the inside of a heart-shaped cookie cutter with butter or oil and place it on the grill. Pour pancake batter into the cutter to form heart shapes. Wait until bubbles form on the surface, then carefully remove the mold and flip the pancakes to cook the other side.

4. Assemble and Serve:

   • Layer a pancake on a plate, add the grilled chicken heart on top, and sprinkle with cinnamon. Drizzle with maple syrup and add the sugared pecans. Cover with the second pancake and drizzle more syrup on top. Finish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar.

Tips

• Make sure to grease the cookie cutters well to prevent sticking.
• For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in maple syrup and cinnamon before grilling.
• Use freshly made pancake batter for best results.

Variations

• Try using different nuts like walnuts or almonds instead of sugared pecans.
• Substitute the chicken with turkey or plant-based alternatives.
• Add a little vanilla extract to the pancake batter for more depth of flavor.

Best pairings

• Serve with a hot cup of coffee or tea.
• A side of fresh fruit complements the meal beautifully.
• Whipped cream can add an extra touch of sweetness.

Conclusion

Enjoy this sweet and savory delight on Valentine's Day or any day you want to make breakfast extra special with your Arteflame grill.