Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken and Waffles
This Pennsylvania Dutch chicken and waffles recipe features tender shredded chicken in homemade gravy served over crisp, fluffy buttermilk waffles. A savory comfort food classic!
Ingredients
For The Gravy
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 4 cups chicken broth homemade or store-bought
- 1/4 cup milk or half-and-half
- 4 cups chicken cooked & shredded chicken (from a roasted 4 lb. chicken or rotisserie)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 3/4 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
For The Buttermilk Waffles
Instructions
Make The Chicken Gravy
- In a dutch oven or large pot over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute to form a light roux.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes, until thickened.
- Stir in the milk or half-and-half.
- Add the shredded chicken to the gravy and stir to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Keep warm while preparing the waffles.
Make The Buttermilk Waffles
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract (if using).
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. A few lumps are okay—don’t overmix.
- Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to help the texture.
- Preheat the waffle iron and lightly grease it with oil or butter.
- Cook the waffles according to your waffle maker's instructions until golden brown and crisp on the outside.
- Place a waffle on a plate.
- Spoon the warm chicken and gravy generously over the waffle.
- Serve immediately. Mashed potatoes make a great side!
Notes
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- Leftover waffles can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for later. Reheat in a toaster or oven to restore their crispness.
- Store the chicken and gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave, adding a splash of broth or water if needed. This chicken gravy freezes surprisingly well, making it perfect for meal prep or saving leftovers. Simply let it cool completely, then transfer to freezer-safe containers or zip-top bags. It’ll keep for up to 3 months. When you're ready to use it, thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat gently on the stovetop, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of broth or milk if it thickens too much—it’ll come right back to life!
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 1538kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 10gFat: 148gSaturated Fat: 54gPolyunsaturated Fat: 26gMonounsaturated Fat: 61gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 234mgSodium: 896mgPotassium: 192mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1015IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 140mgIron: 3mg
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