Chicken and Waffle Casserole Recipe
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Chicken and Waffle Casserole Recipe
Description
The Chicken and Waffle Casserole Recipe uses toasted frozen waffles cut into bite-sized pieces combined with diced popcorn chicken. These are arranged in a greased casserole dish and covered with a mixture of eggs, milk, and maple syrup. Baking at 350°F for about an hour sets the eggs and allows the syrup to soak, blending savory and sweet elements.
Toasting the waffles before assembly prevents them from remaining soggy by limiting moisture absorption from the egg mixture. The crispy edges of the chicken and firmness of the waffles add texture contrast within the soft baked custard.
This dish can be served warm with extra maple syrup for added sweetness. It's suitable for brunch or breakfast-for-dinner meals.
The casserole can be prepared the night before and refrigerated; baking time may increase slightly when starting from cold. Use any cooked fried chicken such as chicken strips, tenders, or nuggets. Real maple syrup is recommended for authentic flavor rather than pancake syrups.
Ingredients
- 8 waffle frozen
- ½ bag popcorn chicken 12 ounces
- 6 egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ¼ cup maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 7x9 inch or 8x8 inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
- Toast waffles. You can use the toaster or put them on a baking sheet in the oven for 2-3 minutes while it preheats. Dice the waffles into bite-size pieces.
- Dice the chicken into 1-inch pieces. If it is too hard to cut the frozen chicken, microwave it for 30 seconds first.
- Arrange the waffle pieces in the baking dish. Add the chicken pieces, spreading them out so they are mixed together.
- Whisk the eggs, milk, and maple syrup in a mixing bowl. Add a pinch of salt or some cinnamon if you like. Pour the egg mixture over the chicken and waffle pieces in the casserole dish.
- Bake at 350 F for 50-60 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool slightly before serving with extra maple syrup.
Notes
- Use cooked fried chicken pieces like strips, tenders, or nuggets for best results.
- Always toast frozen waffles before using to avoid sogginess and ensure proper egg absorption.
- Choose real maple syrup over pancake syrup to enhance flavor authenticity.
- For larger portions, spread ingredients in a 9x13-inch dish and adjust baking time accordingly.
- The casserole mixture can be assembled the night before and baked the next day, allowing for convenient meal prep.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 371 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 371kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 44g | 15% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 269mg | 90% |
| Sodium | 523mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 266mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 1495IU | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 0.003mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 278mg | 28% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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