Best 6 Tex Mex Chicken And Waffles Recipes

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**Tex-Mex Chicken and Waffles: A Unique Twist on Two Classic Dishes**

Savor the tantalizing fusion of crispy waffles and succulent chicken in this extraordinary Tex-Mex Chicken and Waffles recipe. This dish seamlessly blends the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comforting warmth of Southern comfort food.

The chicken, marinated in a zesty blend of spices and herbs, is grilled to perfection, offering a succulent and flavorful bite. The waffles, made with a secret ingredient that adds a subtle sweetness, provide a crispy and fluffy base for the chicken.

Topped with a creamy chipotle sauce, pickled jalapeños, and a sprinkle of cotija cheese, this dish delivers a symphony of flavors and textures that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Whether you're looking for a unique brunch option, a fun dinner idea, or a dish to impress your friends at your next gathering, Tex-Mex Chicken and Waffles is sure to be a hit. This recipe provides step-by-step instructions for preparing the chicken, waffles, and chipotle sauce, ensuring a delightful culinary experience.

So, get ready to embark on a flavor adventure as you combine the best of Tex-Mex and Southern cuisine in this exceptional Tex-Mex Chicken and Waffles recipe.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

EASY TEX-MEX CHICKEN AND RICE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1/2 white onion, diced
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
One 15-ounce can tomato sauce
One 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
Two 8.8-ounce bags microwaveable white rice
1 1/2 cups grated pepper jack cheese
Fresh cilantro, for serving

Steps:

  • In a deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the garlic, onion, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper and turmeric. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is soft and the spices are toasted, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and green chiles, chicken and both bags of rice. Stir together and cook until the rice is heated through and beginning to absorb some of the liquid, about 5 minutes. Turn the heat to low and sprinkle the pepper jack over the top. Cover with a lid and allow the cheese to melt completely, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle over the cilantro and serve.

CLASSIC CHICKEN & WAFFLES



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A down-home diner special gets weeknight-easy with the help of rotisserie chicken. Want 'em even faster? Make the waffles ahead and freeze till dinnertime. -Lauren Reiff, East Earl, PA

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 cup chicken broth
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
2 cups coarsely shredded rotisserie chicken
WAFFLES:
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
5 tablespoons butter, melted
Sliced green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour, salt and pepper until smooth; gradually whisk in broth and milk. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir until thickened, 1-2 minutes. Stir in chicken; heat through. Keep warm., Preheat waffle maker. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk and melted butter; add to dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened., Bake waffles according to manufacturer's directions until golden brown. Top waffles with chicken mixture and, if desired, green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 981mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

TEX-MEX CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This is a version of the famous King Ranch Chicken casserole. Careful, it packs a bit of heat!

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Baked and Roasted

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (10 ounce) bag nacho cheese-flavored corn chips (such as Doritos®), crushed
1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.75 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chiles
⅓ cup milk
2 tablespoons sour cream
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 ½ cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spread corn chip crumbs over the bottom of the baking dish and press crumbs into place.
  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir onion in melted butter until tender, 6 to 7 minutes.
  • Stir diced tomatoes, cream of chicken soup. cream of mushroom soup, green chiles, milk, sour cream, chili powder, and cumin in a large bowl. Add chicken and cooked onion; stir to combine. Pour mixture over corn chips and top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and cheese is melted, 55 to 60 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.9 calories, Carbohydrate 31.1 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 1209.4 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

TEX-MEX CHICKEN SPAGHETTI



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

Kosher salt
1 pound spaghetti
Two 10 3/4-ounce cans cream of chicken soup
2 generous cups pulled rotisserie chicken (from about 1 large chicken)
1 cup chicken stock
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from canned chipotles
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 poblano pepper, finely diced
1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
1 medium onion, finely diced
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp pepper jack cheese
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil. Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions, then drain.
  • Combine the spaghetti with the cream of chicken soup, pulled chicken, chicken stock, adobo sauce, seasoned salt, poblano pepper, bell pepper, onion and 1 1/2 cups of the pepper jack in a large bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste, then stir.
  • Transfer the mixture to a 13-by-9-inch casserole dish and top with the remaining 1 cup pepper jack. Bake until bubbly, about 45 minutes. Garnish with cilantro leaves before serving.

TEX-MEX WAFFLES



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Not every waffle begs for syrup. Serve these savory delights with salsa and sour cream. Cooking time is as long as your waffle iron takes but I had to put something in.

Provided by Annacia

Categories     Breakfast

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
1 1/3 cups longhorn cheese or 1 1/3 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 tablespoon baking powder
2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon mild chili powder
1 2/3 cups milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped green chilies

Steps:

  • Preheat the waffle maker.
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, cheese, baking powder, sugar, salt and chili powder. Add the milk, eggs, vegetable oil and chiles, and mix just until moistened. Mixture may be a little lumpy.
  • Bake in preheated waffle maker according to manufacturer's instructions. Makes 4 to 5 large waffles.
  • Serve with your favorite salsa, sour cream and additional grated cheese.

CHICKEN 'N WAFFLE TACOS



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Let round waffles stand in for taco shells in these Chicken 'n Waffle Tacos! This chicken and waffles take on a Tex-Mex favorite is sweet and savory.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut lengthwise into 16 strips
1 pkt. SHAKE 'N BAKE Extra Crispy Seasoned Coating Mix
8 round frozen waffles, thawed
1/3 cup maple-flavored or pancake syrup
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
1/2 tsp. Sriracha sauce (hot chili sauce)
1 green onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Coat chicken with coating mix as directed on package; place on baking sheet. Bake 12 to 15 min. or until done.
  • Meanwhile, spray both sides of waffles with cooking spray. Gently fold each in half; secure with wooden toothpick. Place on separate baking sheet. Add to oven to bake with chicken for the last 8 min. Mix syrup, barbecue sauce and Sriracha sauce until blended.
  • Remove toothpicks from waffles. Place chicken strips in waffle shells; top with syrup mixture and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 1280 mg, Carbohydrate 62 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 21 g, Protein 30 g

Tips:

  • To achieve crispy waffles, ensure your waffle iron is hot and well-greased before pouring the batter.
  • For flavorful and juicy chicken, marinate it in a mixture of spices and buttermilk for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • To create a flavorful Tex-Mex sauce, use a combination of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • For a creamy and tangy sauce, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lime juice, and cilantro.
  • To assemble the dish, place a waffle on a plate, top with chicken, sauce, and your favorite toppings such as avocado, Pico de Gallo, or shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Tex-Mex Chicken and Waffles is a unique and delicious fusion dish that combines the flavors of Southern and Mexican cuisine. With its crispy waffles, juicy chicken, flavorful sauce, and fresh toppings, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're hosting a brunch, lunch, or dinner, this recipe is sure to be a hit among your family and friends. So, gather your ingredients, fire up your waffle iron, and get ready to indulge in a culinary adventure that blends the best of both worlds.

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