High-Protein Chicken Salad Waffle Sandwich

ByHannah Peterson

This crispy, stacked waffle sandwich is — golden savory waffles holding a generous filling of creamy chicken salad, crisp lettuce, tomato, and pickles. It’s a satisfying, high-protein meal that feels like a treat while staying low carb.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Incredible crispy waffle “buns” with melty cheese flavor
  • High-protein chicken salad filling
  • Fresh, crunchy toppings and perfect balance of textures
  • Quick to assemble and very filling
  • Keto-friendly, gluten-free, and great for lunch or dinner

Ingredients (Makes 1 large sandwich)

Waffles (makes 2):

  • 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp almond flour
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Pinch of salt

Chicken Salad Filling:

  • 6–8 oz (170–225g) cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 2–3 tbsp sugar-free mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp chopped red onion or pickles
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
  • Salt, pepper, and herbs to taste

Assembly:

  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Pickle slices

Instructions

  1. Make the waffles: Mix shredded mozzarella, egg, almond flour, garlic powder, and salt. Cook in a preheated waffle iron (or skillet as flatbread) until golden and crispy, about 4–6 minutes. Set aside.
  2. Chicken salad: In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with mayo/Greek yogurt, onion/pickles, mustard, salt, and pepper until creamy.
  3. Assemble: Place one waffle on a plate. Layer lettuce, tomato, pickles, and a generous scoop of chicken salad. Top with the second waffle.
  4. Press gently and serve immediately while waffles are warm and crispy.

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 6–8 minutes Total Time: 15–20 minutes

Nutrition (Per Whole Sandwich)

  • Calories: ~520
  • Protein: 48g (very high)
  • Total Carbs: 10g
  • Net Carbs: 7g
  • Fat: 32g

Similar Posts