Chicken in a Waffle Recipe

Name: Chicken in a Waffle
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 24 frozen chicken nuggets; cooking spray; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup cornmeal; 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 3/4 cups buttermilk; 1/3 cup vegetable oil; 2 eggs, beaten

Servings: persons

24 frozen chicken nuggets
cooking spray
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 3/4 cups buttermilk
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 eggs, beaten

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2
Spread chicken nuggets out on a baking sheet.
3
Bake nuggets in the preheated oven until hot and crispy, 11 to 13 minutes.
4
Preheat a waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions and lightly coat with cooking spray.
5
Whisk flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, baking soda, black pepper, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl.
6
Whisk buttermilk, oil, and eggs together in another bowl.
7
Pour buttermilk mixture into flour mixture and stir until batter is just-combined.
8
Place 1 chicken nugget in the center of each waffle section on the waffle iron.
9
Cover each nugget with about 1 tablespoon of batter, close the waffle iron, and cook until golden and crisp, about 4 minutes.
10
Repeat with remaining nuggets and batter.

2109

kcal

Calories

130

Fat

Carbs

198

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 24 frozen chicken nuggets, cooking spray, 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornmeal, and more.

Yes, Chicken in a Waffle falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken in a Waffle

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