Waffle chicken

Waffle chicken

Lunch

Item Rating: 60/100

1 serving (250 grams) contains 650 calories, 30.0 grams of protein, 35.0 grams of fat, and 50.0 grams of carbohydrates.

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613.2
calories
28.3
protein
47.2
carbohydrates
33.0
fat

Nutrition Information

1 cup (235.8g)
Calories
613.2
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 33.0 g 42%
Saturated Fat 9.4 g 47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 94.3 mg 31%
Sodium 1132.1 mg 49%
Total Carbohydrates 47.2 g 17%
Dietary Fiber 1.9 g 6%
Sugars 9.4 g
protein 28.3 g 56%
Vitamin D 0 mcg 0%
Calcium 141.5 mg 10%
Iron 2.4 mg 13%
Potassium 283.0 mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Food Attributes

⚠️ Contains trans fat

Source of Calories

31.5%
18.9%
49.6%
Fat: 297 cal (49.6%)
Protein: 113 cal (18.9%)
Carbs: 188 cal (31.5%)

About Waffle chicken

Waffle Chicken is a savory-meets-sweet dish that combines crispy, golden fried chicken with fluffy waffles, typically topped with maple syrup and butter. Originating in the United States, this soul food staple is believed to have roots in Southern African-American cuisine and influences from Pennsylvania Dutch traditions. The chicken provides protein and essential nutrients like B vitamins, while the waffles offer carbohydrates for energy. However, the dish is often high in fat and calories due to fried chicken and additional toppings like butter and syrup. Customizations such as baking the chicken or using whole-grain waffles can create a more balanced version. A comforting and flavorful meal, Waffle Chicken is often enjoyed as a decadent treat rather than an everyday option.