Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.

In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and sugar.

In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Preheat the waffle maker and pour batter to make mini waffles, cooking according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Place a piece of fried chicken on top of each mini waffle.

Drizzle with maple syrup and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.