Dairy-Free, Gluten-free Chicken & Waffles

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Are you a fan of chicken and waffles, but want or need a gluten-free option? Have you been searching without luck for a waffle recipe that uses almondmilk? Then, this dairy-free, gluten-free chicken and waffles recipe is for you! In it, I use the Silk® Unsweetened Original and the Silk® Unsweetened Vanilla Almondmilk that I picked up at Walmart to create each part of the dish. Specifically, this dish includes Almond [Butter]milk brined crispy chicken strips, almondmilk waffles, and an almondmilk breakfast sausage gravy. You could use all of the parts for one decadent brunch meal or use each recipe separately as part of several meals throughout the day. 

Which three recipes are included in this dish?

1. 1. Dairy-free Waffles
   2. Almond Buttermilk Chicken Tenders
   3. Dairy-free Sausage Gravy 

Why create a dairy free & gluten free chicken & waffles recipe?

Cutting dairy and gluten are sometimes essential for feeling like your best self

Some people are allergic to dairy and/or need to eliminate gluten. If you or someone you’re cooking for fall into either of those categories then having some delicious, dairy-free and gluten-free recipes will be important.

Some think Southern-inspired recipes need dairy, but they don’t!

In this three-part recipe of sorts, I wanted to showcase almond milk’s versatility by creating a Southern-inspired dairy-free and gluten-free brunch dish. Similar to what I’ve done with other recipes on this site, I had fun challenging myself to make a delicious brunch dish without ingredients that some might assume are key. I mean who would have thought that it was possible to make waffles without milk or butter?

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Silk Almondmilk is for more than just smoothies and shakes

Some people think that Silk Almondmilk is just for smoothies and shakes, but the reality is that it’s a versatile, plant-based ingredient, that can be used in a wide range of dairy-free recipes. Plus, unlike some other better-for-you ingredients, another perk of Silk Almondmilk is that it’s easy to find at a good price at places like Walmart. 

But, how do you make dairy free waffles? 

This recipe is a variation on my standard almond flour waffles recipe. So essentially, it has the same easy steps:

1. Divide the eggs into yolks and whites
2. Whip the egg whites to stiff peaks and set aside.
3. Mix the wet ingredients (with the exception of the whipped egg whites)
4. Mix the dry ingredients
5. Mix the wet and the dry ingredients
6. Fold in the whipped egg whites gently
7. Cook the batter in a waffle maker

Are there differences with dairy-free waffles and my other waffle recipe?

Yes. The main difference though is that I’ve omitted milk and butter. Since both of those are important to any waffle recipe, I’ve replaced butter with ghee and milk with almond milk. 

This recipe makes 3 gluten-free Belgian waffles. 

I used a Belgian Waffle maker to make this dish. The batter made 3 waffles. Since I paired this with chicken, I opted to have half of a waffle per serving. 

Almond Buttermilk Chicken Tenders

What’s the point of the almond [butter]milk brine?

Brining meat before cooking it, yields a more tender result. It also allows seasoning and flavor to seep into every part of the meat. I made Almond Buttermilk by mixing 1.5 cups of Silk Unsweetened Original Almondmilk with 1.5 tbsp of lemon juice. If you’re out of lemon juice, then you can substitute any acid like plain or apple cider vinegar. 

How does almond milk fit in the gravy?

The gravy in this recipe is essentially a creamy pan sauce, such as the one I made in this cast iron skillet dish. I’m using almond milk to replace heavy cream. To keep this a dairy-free and gluten-free recipe, I also used Xanthan gum as a sauce thickener (in place of cornstarch or flour).

Dairy-free, Gluten-free Chicken & Waffles

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Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Brining Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 40 minutes

Dairy-free and gluten-free recipes for Chicken & Waffles & gravy using Silk Almondmilk. Includes recipes for almond buttermilk brined chicken tenders, dairy-free waffles, and a breakfast sausage gravy. Can be enjoyed together as one meal or in parts throughout the day. 

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Brunch Recipe

Servings: 6

Calories: 689kcal

Author: Davinah S. Smith

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Ingredients

Almond Buttermilk Chicken Tenders - Brine

• 1.5 lbs Chicken Breasts thin slice
• 1.5 cups Silk Unsweetened Original Almondmilk
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar lemon juice
• 1/4 cup hot sauce
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp Black Pepper

Almond Buttermilk Chicken Tenders - Coating Ingredients

• 2 Cups pork rinds or almond flour
• 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Black Pepper
• 2 tsp parsley
• 1 tsp Sea Salt

Dairy Free Waffles

• 1.25 cup Almond Flour
• 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 4 tbsp Powdered Monk Fruit Erythritol (Besti)
• 1/4 cup Silk Unsweetened Vanilla Almondmilk
• 3 large eggs split into yolks and whites
• 2 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1/3 cup salted butter melted plus extra for cooking

Dairy-free Breakfast Sausage Gravy

• 3/4 lb breakfast sausage use a no sugar added sausage and remove casing
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1/4 cup green onions
• 2 Garlic Cloves minced
• 1 cup Silk Almondmilk Unsweetened Original
• 1/4 tsp Xanthan Gum or 1 tbsp Collagen Peptides
• 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper

Instructions

For the Almond Buttermilk Chicken Tenders

• Add all of the ingredients for the brine and the chicken breast to a large plastic bag or bowl.
• Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
• Remove the chicken from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before you are about to cook.
• Mix all of the coating ingredients in a small bowl
• Dredge the chicken breasts in the mixture and set aside
• Heat olive, avocado, or coconut oil in a large skillet
• Fry the chicken breasts until they are golden, 6-8 minutes per side

For the Dairy Free Waffles

• Mix the wet ingredients in a large bowl
• Mix the dry ingredients in another bowl
• Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks, set aside
• Fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients
• Gently fold the egg whites into the batter.
• Preheat your waffle iron
• Add 3/4 cups of the waffle batter to your machine
• Cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the smoke stops rising from the waffle maker

For the Breakfast Sausage Gravy

• Heat a medium sized saucepan to medium high heat
• Brown the breakfast sausage
• Add green onions, garlic cloves and olive oil and sauté until tender
• Add almond milk and Xanthan Gum and remove from the heat
• Season with salt and pepper to taste

Recipe Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts

Dairy-free, Gluten-free Chicken & Waffles

Amount Per Serving

Calories 689 Calories from Fat 459

% Daily Value*

Fat 51g78%

Saturated Fat 15g75%

Cholesterol 231mg77%

Sodium 2177mg91%

Potassium 876mg25%

Carbohydrates 11g4%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 48g96%

Vitamin A 1145IU23%

Vitamin C 10.6mg13%

Calcium 314mg31%

Iron 3.1mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Nutritional DisclaimerThe nutritional information comes from Spoonacular API, a database of food ingredients. The nutritional information for any recipe will vary based on the exact product you use and the brand. I do not include erythritol or sugar alcohols in the final carb or net carb count as it does not have any impact on my blood glucose levels. Before starting keto or a low-carb eating plan, you should consult your doctor. I am sharing my personal experiences and none of the information included in my recipes or throughout the site should be taken as medical advice.