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Warm, hearty dish highlighting the contrast of crunchy waffles and tender chicken.

Amish Chicken and Waffles Recipe

This Amish Chicken and Waffles Recipe is made with shredded chicken, chicken broth, cornstarch, salt, and pepper, served over warm waffles.
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Course: Main dish
Cuisine: American, Amish-Inspired
Keyword: Amish Chicken and Waffles Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 4 cups chicken broth or chicken stock
  • 6 tbsp cornstarch
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Waffles, bread, or mashed potatoes for serving

Instructions

  • Pour the chicken broth or chicken stock into a medium saucepan.
  • Place the saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Bring the broth to a boil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with a small amount of cold water.
  • Stir until the cornstarch mixture is smooth and thick.
  • Slowly add the cornstarch mixture to the boiling broth while stirring continuously.
  • Continue stirring until the broth begins to thicken into a gravy.
  • Reduce the heat to medium-low.
  • Add the shredded cooked chicken breast to the thickened gravy.
  • Stir until the chicken is evenly coated with the gravy.
  • Continue cooking and stirring until the gravy is thickened and the chicken is heated through.
  • Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • If the gravy is too thick, add a small amount of chicken broth or water and stir until the desired consistency is reached.
  • If the gravy is too thin, simmer briefly while stirring until thickened.
  • Warm the waffles, bread, or mashed potatoes before serving.
  • Spoon the hot chicken gravy over the waffles, bread, or mashed potatoes.
  • Serve immediately while warm.

Notes

To make this Amish Chicken and Waffles Recipe gluten free, use certified gluten-free waffles, gluten-free bread, or gluten-free mashed potatoes for serving.
Confirm that the chicken broth or stock is labeled gluten free, as some brands may contain gluten-based additives or flavorings.
Use pure cornstarch that is certified gluten free to avoid cross-contact.
Ensure the shredded cooked chicken is gluten free and has not been seasoned with gluten-containing sauces, marinades, or breading.
Use clean cookware, utensils, cutting boards, serving spoons, and work surfaces to prevent cross-contamination.
If serving someone with celiac disease, use certified gluten-free ingredients whenever possible.