Description
A comforting blend of sweet and savory, this Chicken and Waffles Casserole features tender chicken, layers of soft waffles, and a rich cheddar topping, perfect for weeknight dinners or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 4 cups frozen waffles, thawed and cut into squares
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Maple syrup, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Thaw the frozen waffles and cut them into squares if needed. If your chicken is not shredded, shred it now.
- Layer half of the waffle squares in the bottom of the prepared dish. Spread the shredded chicken evenly over the waffle layer. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over the chicken and waffles. Top with the remaining waffle squares and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until the custard is set and the cheese is lightly golden at the edges.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Serve warm with maple syrup drizzled over each portion.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken for convenience and consider using slightly stale waffles to avoid sogginess.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 225mg