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28. Chicken and Waffle Breakfast Casserole

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

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. Heat oven to 350°F; spray a 9x13-inch dish.
  2. Layer half the waffles, chicken, and 1 cup cheese in dish.
  3. Whisk eggs, milk, syrup, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  4. Pour eggs evenly over filling; top with remaining waffles and cheese.
  5. Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes; uncover and bake 15 minutes until golden and set.
  6. Cool 10 minutes; drizzle with optional syrup. To freeze, cool completely, wrap tightly in plastic and foil, and freeze up to 3 months. Thaw refrigerated overnight; reheat at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.