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Chicken Nugget and Waffle Cupcakes Recipe

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Chicken Nugget and Waffle Cupcakes combine crispy breaded chicken chunks baked inside fluffy, golden mini waffles, creating a fun and delicious handheld snack perfect for parties or an easy family meal.

Ingredients

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For the Waffle Batter

  • 1 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 egg
  • 6 tablespoons butter, sliced into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup honey, divided

For the Chicken

  • 24 frozen breaded chicken breast chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Muffin Tins: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Generously spray the inside of a mini muffin tin with non-stick baking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Add Butter and Honey: Place one small cube of butter in the bottom of each muffin cup. Drizzle about half a teaspoon of honey over the butter in each cup to add sweetness and moisture to the batter while baking.
  3. Mix Waffle Batter: In a mixing bowl, stir together the Original Bisquick™ mix, milk, and egg until just blended and smooth.
  4. Fill Muffin Cups: Pour the batter into each muffin cup, filling each about 3/4 full to allow space for the chicken nugget.
  5. Insert Chicken Nuggets: Press one frozen breaded chicken chunk firmly into the center of the batter in each muffin cup, ensuring it is somewhat submerged.
  6. Bake: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake at 400°F for 9 to 13 minutes, or until the waffle edges turn a light golden brown and the chicken is warmed through.
  7. Remove and Serve: Carefully run a knife around the edges of each waffle cupcake to loosen them, then lift them out onto a serving plate. Serve warm with the remaining honey for dipping and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use frozen breaded chicken chunks; no need to thaw before baking in this recipe.
  • A mini muffin tin is ideal for portion size and presentation.
  • Serve immediately for best texture — waffles will be fluffy and chicken crispy.
  • For a spicy kick, try drizzling some hot honey instead of regular honey.
  • Carefully remove cupcakes from the tin to prevent breaking; cooling slightly helps set them.

Keywords: Chicken nuggets, waffle cupcakes, breakfast snacks, mini waffles, kids meal, party food, easy baked recipe