Cheesy Hashbrown Waffles are a low-carb, keto-friendly take on a classic breakfast dish. They're made with a combination of shredded chicken thighs, almond flour, cheddar cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper. The result is a crispy, flavorful waffle that's perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or lunch. Serve them with your favorite keto-friendly toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, or avocado.
The inspiration for these Cheesy Hashbrown Waffles came to me one morning when I was craving waffles but didn't want to eat anything that would spike my blood sugar. I had some leftover shredded chicken thighs in the fridge, and I thought, why not try making waffles with them? I added some almond flour for binding, cheddar cheese for flavor, and eggs for moisture. The result was a crispy, flavorful waffle that was surprisingly satisfying.I've been making these waffles for my family and friends for years now, and they're always a hit. They're perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or lunch, and they're also a great way to use up leftover chicken. Serve them with your favorite keto-friendly toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, or avocado.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 pound shredded chicken thighs
1/2 cup almond flour
1 cup grated cheddar cheese
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your waffle iron.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken thighs, almond flour, cheddar cheese, eggs, salt, and pepper.
Mix until well combined.
Spoon 1/4 cup of the batter onto the preheated waffle iron.
Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve with your favorite keto-friendly toppings.
Why It Works
The shredded chicken thighs provide a lean protein base for the waffles, and they also add a savory flavor.
The almond flour adds binding to the waffles, and it also gives them a slightly nutty flavor.
The cheddar cheese adds a cheesy flavor and richness to the waffles.
The eggs add moisture and help to bind the waffles together.
The salt and pepper add flavor to the waffles.
Cooking the waffles in a preheated waffle iron gives them a crispy exterior and a fluffy interior.