Say what?! Vegan chicken and waffles? Yup, you read that right. This classic dish can be made completely vegan quite easily using your favorite vegan chicken nuggets and this delicious vegan waffle recipe! Top it with a generous drizzle of pure maple syrup and get ready for all your vegan brunch dreams to come true in one mouthwatering bite. This dish tastes as epic as it looks, and is perfect for brunch gatherings or to serve up when you have friends in town. Enjoy!
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time20 minutesmins
Total Time35 minutesmins
Course: Brunch
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6waffles
Calories: 308kcal
Author: World of Vegan | Michelle Cehn
Ingredients
3tablespoonsground flaxseed
½cupwater
6tablespoonsvegan buttermelted
1½cupssoymilk
1¾cupsall-purpose flour
1tablespoonbaking powder
1tablespoongranulated sugar
Pinchsalt
1package of vegan chicken nuggetsyou can also use jackfruit nuggets, tofu nuggets, seitan nuggets, or anything else
Pure maple syrupto drizzle on top
Instructions
Preheat your waffle iron
Prepare waffle batter - I used this vegan waffle recipe from The Joy of Vegan Baking by Colleen Patrick-Goudreau! In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed and water and allow it to sit for a few minutes to thicken. Add the melted butter and soymilk and whisk together until well incorporated. Then, in a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and whisk until combined. Little clumps are okay, they'll dissolve.
Make the waffles - lightly butter or oil your waffle iron (to prevent sticking) and spoon a generous dollop of waffle batter in the center, pushing the batter outward with the back of your spoon to create the waffle shape your desire. Close waffle iron and cook according to your waffle iron's specifications, until the waffle is golden brown and releases easily from the iron. Stack waffles on a plate as you make them and keep them in the oven if you'd like them to stay warm.
Cook your vegan nuggets - While your waffles are cooking, cook your plant-based nuggets according to package instructions. I prefer to air fry my nuggets, but you're welcome to bake them or even deep fry them for an extra epic effect.
Assemble your vegan chicken & waffles - On a plate, stack two waffles and top with a generous heap of vegan chicken nuggets. Serve with maple syrup. If desired, add a wedge or scoop of vegan butter and garnish with some fresh fruit (strawberries pair beautifully with this dish).