For the Fried Chicken:

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon hot sauce
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• vegetable oil for frying

For the Waffles:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 3/4 cups whole milk
• 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Jalapeno Honey Butter Sauce:

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon finely chopped pickled jalapeños
• 1 teaspoon jalapeño brine (optional)
• pinch of salt