Viral Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread (Printable version)
Crispy bread meets creamy chicken Alfredo with melted mozzarella and provolone.
# What you'll need:
→ Chicken Alfredo Filling
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 cup heavy cream
05 - 1/2 cup whole milk
06 - 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
10 - 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
→ Garlic Bread Base
11 - 1 large French baguette or Italian loaf
12 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
13 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
15 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
16 - 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, approximately 1 minute.
03 - Pour heavy cream and milk into the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer while stirring constantly.
04 - Add Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and Italian seasoning. Stir continuously until cheese completely melts and sauce achieves smooth consistency.
05 - Add cooked chicken to the Alfredo sauce. Toss until thoroughly coated, then remove from heat.
06 - Slice bread lengthwise. In a small bowl, combine softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Mix until evenly incorporated.
07 - Spread garlic butter mixture evenly over cut surfaces of both bread halves. Spoon chicken Alfredo filling on top, distributing uniformly.
08 - Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and provolone cheese over the chicken mixture, covering completely.
09 - Transfer assembled bread to prepared baking sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese melts completely and bread edges turn golden brown.
10 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 3 to 5 minutes. Cut into individual pieces and serve while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Its the kind of food that makes people pause mid conversation and ask for the recipe immediately
- Perfect for feeding a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen
02 -
- Dont skip the parchment paper because the cheese will drip and create a nightmare cleaning situation
- The bread needs to be completely cool to the touch before slicing or everything slides off
03 -
- Grate your own Parmesan instead of using pre grated cheese for a smoother sauce
- Let the bread rest on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a serving board