Description
Waffle iron + chicken parmesan = dinner joy. These golden, crunchy pockets are stuffed with melty mozzarella and garlicky marinara, sealed with breadcrumbs, and crisped to perfection in under 10 minutes. Forget forks—these are handheld happiness. Ideal for game night, weeknight wins, or impressing your inner circle with zero oven drama.
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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½ cup shredded mozzarella
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¼ cup thick marinara sauce
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½ cup flour
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1 large egg, beaten
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1 cup Italian breadcrumbs or panko
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¼ cup grated Parmesan
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Salt & pepper to taste
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Cooking spray or avocado oil
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Extra marinara, for dipping
Flavor Twists:
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Add pepperoni or spinach inside
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Use turkey cutlets or grilled eggplant
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Drizzle with hot honey for sweet heat
Instructions
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Flatten Chicken: Butterfly and pound chicken to ¼” thick.
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Fill & Seal: Add sauce and cheese to one side. Fold over and secure edges with toothpicks.
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Bread It: Dredge in seasoned flour → egg → breadcrumbs + Parmesan.
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Waffle It: Preheat waffle iron to medium-high. Spray plates. Cook pocket 6–8 mins until golden and 165°F inside.
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Rest & Slice: Let sit 3 mins before cutting. Remove toothpicks. Serve hot with marinara.
Notes
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Use thick sauce to avoid leaks
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Don’t overstuff—¼ cup filling max
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Spray iron generously for crisp + easy release
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 420 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 38g