High Protein Chicken and Waffles
Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a comfort food classic with this High Protein Chicken and Waffles recipe—a delicious and nutritious blend of crispy, seasoned chicken and fluffy, golden waffles packed with extra protein. Using ingredients like almond flour, whey protein isolate, and unflavored protein powder, this recipe is designed to fuel your day while satisfying your cravings. The chicken is pan-fried to perfection in coconut oil, giving it a crispy, flavorful coating, while the waffles, enriched with Greek yogurt and almond milk, are light yet hearty. Drizzle with honey and a splash of hot sauce for the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. Ready in just an hour, this high-protein meal is ideal for anyone seeking a healthy yet indulgent brunch or dinner option!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons whey protein isolate
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 scoop protein powder (unflavored)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
Instructions
Start by pounding the chicken breasts to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into strips or pieces.
In a bowl, mix the whey protein isolate, almond flour, and cornstarch.
Season the chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Coat the chicken pieces in the dry mixture until well covered.
Heat 2 tablespoons of coconut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook the chicken pieces in batches for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Add more oil as needed.
Once all chicken pieces are cooked, set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
Preheat your waffle iron according to the manufacturer's instructions.
In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, protein powder, and baking powder.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, honey, and Greek yogurt until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Grease the waffle iron if needed, and pour the batter onto the hot waffle iron. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Serve the waffles topped with the crispy chicken pieces and a drizzle of hot sauce, or to your preference.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 132.6 g | 170% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.7 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 682 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 4718 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 188.7 g | 377% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 1249 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1534 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
