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Chicken and Waffle Tacos

These Chicken and Waffle Tacos are an easy weeknight dinner that is some serious comfort food. It’s an easy recipe that even kids can make!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, comfort food, tacos
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 330kcal
Cost: $9.96

Equipment

  • chef's knife
  • cutting board
  • measuring cups
  • baking sheet

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces John Soules Foods Southern Style Chicken
  • 12 frozen round waffles
  • 2 cups coleslaw

GARNISHES:

  • Hot sauce optional
  • Sliced green onions optional

Instructions

COOK CHICKEN:

  • Cook the Southern Style Chicken as per the package instructions (375 degrees for 12-14 minutes).
    24 ounces John Soules Foods Southern Style Chicken

MAKE WAFFLE TACOS:

  • Move the oven rack to the middle position and preheat to 375 degrees F. Place 12 waffles on a microwave-safe plate and cook on high for 45 seconds, or until the waffles are warm and pliable.
  • Fold one waffle into a taco shape and use 2 toothpicks to secure the waffle in place, leaving a good amount of space for the waffle to be filled. Place the waffle on an ungreased baking sheet and repeat with the remaining waffles.
    12 frozen round waffles
  • Bake the waffles for 7-8 minutes or until they are crisp and hold their shape. Remove the toothpicks.
    12 frozen round waffles

ASSEMBLE AND SERVE:

  • Place 2-3 tablespoons of coleslaw on the bottom of each waffle taco.
    12 frozen round waffles, 2 cups coleslaw
  • Put two pieces of John Soules Foods Southern Style Chicken in each taco.
    24 ounces John Soules Foods Southern Style Chicken, 12 frozen round waffles
  • Add desired garnishes (optional). Serve.
    Hot sauce, Sliced green onions

Nutrition

Serving: 2tacos | Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 546mg | Potassium: 519mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1122IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 5mg