SAVORY MUSTARD CHICKEN AND STUFFING WAFFLES

Savory Mustard Chicken and Stuffing Waffles image

Adding mustard to the chicken coating adds a tang that's amazing with the savory waffles and sweet maple syrup. -John Ginn, Carlisle, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1 package (6 ounces) stuffing mix
4 large eggs
1/4 cup yellow mustard
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 2 pounds)
Oil for frying
WAFFLES:
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1-3/4 cups 2% milk
2 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup butter, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Maple syrup

Steps:

Prepare stuffing mix according to package directions; cool., Meanwhile, in a shallow bowl, mix eggs and mustard. Place flour, salt and pepper in another shallow bowls. Dip chicken thighs in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in egg mixture, then again in flour mixture, patting to help coating adhere., In an electric skillet, heat 1/2 in. oil to 375°. Fry chicken thighs, a few at a time, until golden brown and a thermometer reads at least 170°, 2-3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels and keep warm., Preheat waffle iron. In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk milk, eggs, butter and vanilla until blended. Add to dry ingredients; stir just until moistened. Stir in prepared stuffing., Bake waffles according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Serve with chicken and syrup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 691 calories, Fat 43g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 219mg cholesterol, Sodium 1074mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.