Chicken & Waffles Lasagna
A delicious twist on classic comfort foods, merging crispy fried chicken with fluffy waffles, creamy cheese sauce, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
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- 3 Frozen Waffles (classic or buttermilk)
- 2 cups Fried Chicken (cooked and chopped)
- 2 cups Cheese Sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
- 2 Green Onions (sliced, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and gather all ingredients.
- Make the cheese sauce by melting 2 tablespoons of butter, stirring in 2 tablespoons of flour, then adding 2 cups of milk and 2 cups of shredded cheese.
- Assemble the lasagna by layering cheese sauce, waffles, chicken, and syrup in a baking dish.
- Bake covered for 25 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden.
- Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Serve with sliced green onions and additional maple syrup. A fresh arugula salad makes a great side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken lasagna, waffles, comfort food, brunch, American cuisine