Chicken and Waffle Breakfast Casserole
This convenient chicken and waffle casserole combines golden, crispy chicken bites with soft, custardy waffles in one savory and sweet breakfast dish. Perfect for busy weekend brunches, it serves up all the comfort of the classic meal without the hassle. It is a crowd-pleasing, flavor-packed dish that locks in moisture and heat for a delicious meal from edge to center.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Total Time: 60
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
10 frozen waffles
2 cups cooked chicken strips, diced
8 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
0.5 cup pure maple syrup
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat your convection oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
Grease a 9×13 baking dish.
Toast the frozen waffles in a toaster until light golden, then cut them into one-inch cubes.
Whisk the eggs, milk, cinnamon, and half of the maple syrup in a large bowl.
Layer half of the cubed waffles at the bottom of the dish.
Scatter the diced cooked chicken pieces over the waffles.
Pour the egg mixture over the assembly.
Top with the remaining waffles and shredded cheese.
Bake uncovered for 45 minutes until the center is set and the cheese is golden brown.
Notes
Use high-quality frozen chicken strips to maintain better texture.
Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Serve with extra maple syrup on the side if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 165mg