Stuffing Waffle Chicken Sliders (Printable)

Crisp stuffing waffles layered with tender chicken and tangy cranberry mayo for a festive handheld delight.

# What You Need:

→ Stuffing Waffles

01 - 4 cups prepared stuffing (homemade or store-bought)
02 - 2 large eggs
03 - 1/3 cup chicken broth
04 - 2 tbsp melted butter
05 - Nonstick cooking spray

→ Chicken Filling

06 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast (rotisserie or poached)
07 - 2 tbsp chicken broth
08 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
09 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/4 tsp salt

→ Cranberry Mayo

11 - 1/3 cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tbsp whole berry cranberry sauce
13 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
14 - 1/2 tsp lemon juice
15 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnishes

16 - 1/2 cup baby arugula or baby spinach

# Directions:

01 - Preheat a waffle iron to medium-high heat and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
02 - In a large bowl, combine prepared stuffing, eggs, chicken broth, and melted butter. Mix until evenly moistened but not soggy.
03 - Scoop approximately 1/3 cup of stuffing mixture per waffle onto the waffle iron. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes until waffles are golden and crisp. Repeat to produce 8 small waffles. Transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
04 - Combine shredded chicken, chicken broth, dried thyme, black pepper, and salt in a microwave-safe container. Heat gently until warmed through.
05 - Whisk together mayonnaise, whole berry cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
06 - Spread a thin layer of cranberry mayo on one waffle. Top with a generous portion of shredded chicken and optional arugula or spinach leaves. Cap with another waffle. Repeat for all sliders.
07 - Serve sliders immediately while warm and crisp.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The waffle iron creates a crispy, buttery texture you just can't get from regular bread, and it makes assembly feel like you're building something special.
  • It's a sneaky way to use up holiday leftovers while impressing people who think you spent all day cooking.
  • The cranberry mayo strikes that perfect balance between sweet and savory, making every bite taste like a celebration.
02 -
  • Don't overthink the stuffing mixture moisture—too dry and your waffles crumble, too wet and they turn into dense, gummy discs that stick to the iron.
  • The waffle iron temperature is everything; too low and you get pale, soft waffles instead of crispy ones, so medium-high is non-negotiable here.
  • Make the cranberry mayo while the waffles cook so it's ready to go the moment you need it; rushing the assembly step means the waffles cool down and lose their magic.
03 -
  • Don't press down too hard when you close the waffle iron—gentle pressure lets the stuffing expand slightly and cook more evenly, creating better texture.
  • If your waffle iron cooks unevenly, rotate it slightly halfway through cooking; this small adjustment prevents burnt edges and raw centers.
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