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1. Chicken and Waffle Breakfast Casserole

This sweet and savory mashup is like Sunday brunch in a pan! Your kids will go crazy for the crispy waffle pieces combined with tender chicken and maple syrup goodness. Plus, it freezes beautifully, so you can make it on a lazy weekend and enjoy it on those hectic school mornings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 8 frozen waffles cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast diced
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup plus extra for serving
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. Layer half of the waffle pieces in the bottom of the prepared dish, then top with diced chicken and 1 cup of shredded cheese.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Pour egg mixture evenly over the waffle and chicken layers, then top with remaining waffle pieces and cheese.
  5. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes until golden and set.
  6. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired. To freeze, cool completely, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator and reheat at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.