Chicken & Waffles Casserole

                                                                                                                                      
8 frozen Eggo homestyle waffles, cubed
◾1/2 (25.5-oz) package frozen popcorn chicken
◾1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
◾6 large eggs
◾1-1/4 cups whole or low-fat milk
◾1/4 cup maple syrup
◾salt
◾pepper
Slightly thaw the popcorn chicken and chop into bite-sized pieces.
Grease an 8-inch square baking dish. Add half of the cubed waffles in a single layer. Top with half of the chicken and 1/2 cup of the cheese. Layer the remaining waffles and chicken and 1/2 cup more cheese. Whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl until combined. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
Wrap the baking dish with plastic wrap and place refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 1 day.
Bake at 325 degrees 45 to 50 minutes.