Chicken and Waffles with Bacon and Chives

Chicken and Waffles with Bacon and Chives

**Ingredients:**

For the Waffles:

– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons sugar
– 1 tablespoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 2 large eggs
– 1 3/4 cups milk
– 1/2 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Chicken:

– 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (you can use rotisserie chicken)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

For the Topping:

– 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
– 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
– Maple syrup (for drizzling)

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Waffles:**
– In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
– In another bowl, beat the eggs and then add the milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract. Mix well.
– Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined (do not overmix).
– Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it with non-stick spray.
– Pour the batter onto the preheated waffle iron and cook according to the manufacturer’s instructions until the waffles are golden brown and crisp. Keep the waffles warm.

2. **Prepare the Chicken:**
– In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
– Add the shredded chicken and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
– Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is heated through and slightly crispy around the edges, about 5-7 minutes.

3. **Assemble the Dish:**
– Place a waffle on a plate and top with a portion of the shredded chicken.
– Add another waffle on top if desired.
– Sprinkle with crumbled bacon and chopped chives.
– Drizzle with maple syrup to taste.

4. **Serve:**
– Serve the chicken and waffles warm, with extra maple syrup on the side if desired.

Enjoy your homemade chicken and waffles topped with bacon and chives!