Easy Chicken and Waffle Casserole

This Easy Chicken and Waffle Casserole takes about 10 minutes to put together.

Made with frozen waffles and chicken tenders, this tasty casserole has the perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors along with a comforting and satisfying texture.

What is chicken and waffle casserole?

Chicken and waffle casserole is a dish that combines frozen waffles with chicken in a casserole baked with eggs and topped with cheese.

I like that this casserole is not just for breakfast and can be served about any time of the day.

Have you tried my Breakfast Casserole with Biscuits?

Made with eggs, sausage, and cheese, that simple casserole is savory and hearty, making it perfect especially for a hungry crowd. Both this chicken and waffle casserole and that recipe for casserole with biscuits are easy to make recipes that are filling and tasty.

This casserole was made in a 9x13" baking dish. You can find a selection of baking dishes here.

Why we love waffle and chicken casserole.

This is a hearty and comforting dish that is especially perfect for feeding a crowd. It can also be prepared in a matter of minutes.

Here is what else we like about this recipe.

• The ingredients used to make this recipe are easy to find and basic ingredients that you may already have on hand.
• While perfect as a breakfast entree, this casserole can be served for lunch or dinner too!
• The crispy chicken bites with fluffy waffles and eggs is a comforting crowd-pleasing meal.
• This recipe can be prepared in advance, refrigerated, and then baked when ready.
• Personalizing this recipe is as easy as using a different kind of shredded cheese or using a cooked breakfast sausage.
• This recipe can be prepared in advance, refrigerated, and then baked when ready.

Ingredients needed to make casserole with chicken and waffles.

• Waffles. Use frozen waffles that have been cut into bite-sized pieces.
• Chicken Tenders. Use frozen chicken tenders (pre-cooked according to the packaging directions) and cut into bite-size pieces.
• Eggs. Use large eggs that are at room temperature.
• Milk. Using a full fat milk will add more moisture to this recipe. You can however, use the milk of your choice.
• Cheddar Cheese. You can use any cheddar (I like sharp for this recipe) and the cheese should be shredded
• Seasonings. Garlic Powder, Paprika, and salt and pepper to taste.

Tips for making the best Chicken and Waffle Casserole

Chicken tenders were used to make my casserole. Really, any kind of frozen prepared chicken can be used as long as they are bite-sized (nuggets, popcorn, etc).

More helpful tips for you.

1. Toasting your waffles before adding them to the casserole will help them hold up better when baked with the other ingredients. Make sure that your waffles are dry as well.
2. Adding a bit of maple syrup can give this dish a 'sweet accent'.
3. Make this recipe in advance.
4. This casserole can be prepared up to a day ahead of time and refrigerated until you bake it. It is a good idea to allow it to sit for a few minutes before placing it into your oven as it will be cold.
5. Your casserole is done baking when the top is golden brown and the eggs are set.
6. After taking your casserole out of the oven, allow it to sit for five minutes or so to set. This will make it easier to slice into servings.

How to make Easy Chicken and Waffle Casserole

Prep Time: 10 minutes .
Bake Time: 35 minutes .
Servings: 6.

1. Prepare. Gather your ingredients as indicated. Prep your baking/casserole dish well for nonstick. Also, preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. Bottom Layers. Evenly spread your waffle pieces on your casserole dish. Then place the cooked chicken pieces over the waffle pieces so that the bottom of the dish is fully covered.
3. Eggs. In a medium bowl, use a whisk to combine together the eggs, milk, and seasonings. Then pour this mixture over the chicken and waffles.
4. Cheese. Evenly spread your shredded cheese over the ingredients in your baking dish.
5. Bake. Place your breakfast casserole into your oven and bake for 30-35 minutes or until the top of your casserole turns golden brown and the center is set (not jiggling)
6. Set. Let the casserole sit at room temperature to set before slicing it into servings.

Expert Tip 👉 Seasonings can really make this recipe even better. You can find my recipes for homemade seasonings here.

How to store breakfast casserole.

Once your breakfast casserole has fully cooled, it can be stored in an airtight container. When properly stored, breakfast casserole can keep for up to four days when refrigerated or frozen for up to a few months

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Easy Chicken and Waffle Casserole is a simple breakfast or brunch recipe made with frozen waffles and chicken tenders.

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