Multiple outlets report that chicken and waffles are increasingly appearing on brunch menus ahead of Mother’s Day, alongside more traditional brunch items such as eggs Benedict and French toast. The dish is presented as a sweet-and-salty option, pairing savory chicken with the sweetness associated with waffles. One source frames the trend as part of a broader shift in seasonal dining, where familiar brunch staples remain popular while new or upgraded combinations are added to menus for the holiday. The reporting describes chicken and waffles as a familiar concept being brought into more mainstream brunch service rather than a niche specialty. While the sources focus on menu changes and consumer appeal, they do not cite specific participating restaurants or provide detailed pricing, ingredient variations, or sales data. Overall, both outlets agree that the dish is being promoted for Mother’s Day brunch, reflecting ongoing interest in cross-category comfort foods and sweet-savory flavor profiles.