Hot Honey Chicken and Waffle Sandwich

1. Pierce chicken thighs several times with a fork.

2. Place the pierced chicken thighs in a bowl, add olive oil and buttermilk, and mix thoroughly.

3. In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, salt, and paprika.

4. Mix flour mixture with the chicken thighs ensuring each piece is coated evenly.

5. Deep fry the coated chicken in hot oil until golden brown.

6. In a glass, mix paprika, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to make a sauce.

7. Toss the fried chicken in the sauce.

8. Fry bacon slices until crispy and then chop them.

9. Mix mayonnaise, sriracha, chopped bacon, and paprika in a bowl to prepare a spread.

10. Spread the mixture on the waffles.

11. Place the sauced chicken on top of one waffle, add cheese and pickles.

12. Cover with the other waffle.

13. Wrap the sandwich with plastic film and cut in half.