Chicken and Waffle Casserole
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
45 mins
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Total Time
1 hr 15 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
526 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Breakfast, Brunch
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Cuisine
American
Chicken and Waffle Casserole
Description
This casserole starts with toasting frozen waffles until crispy, then cutting them into cubes. Cooked chicken tenders cut into similar-sized pieces are layered with half of the shredded pepper jack cheese and bacon bits in a greased casserole dish. A mixture of eggs, half and half, hot sauce, maple syrup, honey, red pepper flakes, salt, pepper, and garlic powder is poured over the layers, then the casserole sits for 30 minutes to soak in the flavors.
Topping with the remaining cheese and bacon and covering with foil during baking allows the custard to set while keeping moisture, with the final uncovered bake giving a golden crust. The dish can be garnished with fresh herbs and drizzled with additional maple syrup or spicy sauce to taste. This hearty dish combines the comfort of waffles and chicken with a balanced sweet-spicy custard and cheese.
Using real maple syrup is recommended for authentic flavor. Cutting ingredients into uniform cubes helps even baking. Additional cheese can be added for more richness. The casserole serves well as a satisfying breakfast, brunch, or dinner option.
Ingredients
- 6 waffle frozen
- 6 large egg
- ¼ cup half and half
- ⅓ cup hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 6 oz pepper jack cheese shredded
- ¼ cup bacon bits
- 2 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper coarse
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 ½ lb. chicken tenders cooked according to directions and cut into 1" cubes, frozen, bag
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 F
- Grease a 9x9" casserole dish or cast iron pan.
- Toast waffles on the lowest setting until crispy and hot. Cut the waffles into 1" cubes.
- Combine the eggs, half and half, hot sauce, maple syrup, red pepper flakes, honey, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl.
- Layer the chicken, waffles, ½ of the bacon and ½ of the cheese in the pan.
- Pour in the liquid mixture. Let the casserole sit for 30 minutes.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese and bacon over the top of the casserole.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes
- Garnish with fresh herbs and drizzle with maple syrup or sriracha. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use real maple syrup instead of pancake syrup for authentic flavor.
- Cut chicken and waffles into uniform 1-inch cubes for even cooking and easier eating.
- Extra cheese can be added for increased richness if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 526 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 526kcal | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | 33g | 11% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 296mg | 99% |
| Sodium | 1503mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 636mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 1163IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 366mg | 37% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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