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Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Recipe

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4.6 from 81 reviews
  • Author: Ben
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Description

Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread combines crispy Italian bread smothered in rich garlic butter, topped with tender seasoned chicken bathed in creamy Alfredo sauce, and finished with melted mozzarella cheese for the ultimate comforting and indulgent meal or appetizer.

Ingredients

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Garlic Butter

  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for topping

Bread

  • 1 large loaf of Italian bread, about 24 inches long

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Sauce & Toppings

  • 1 (16 ounce) jar Alfredo sauce
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the garlic bread and the assembled dish.
  2. Prepare Garlic Butter: In a medium bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, fresh parsley, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until well combined for a flavorful garlic butter spread.
  3. Slice Bread: Cut the Italian bread lengthwise into two long halves without slicing all the way through, keeping them connected.
  4. Spread Garlic Butter: Generously spread the prepared garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of both bread halves to infuse flavor.
  5. Add Parmesan Cheese: Sprinkle additional grated Parmesan cheese over the garlic butter spread on the bread halves for an extra cheesy layer.
  6. Bake Bread: Place the bread halves on a baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the garlic butter is bubbly; then remove and set aside.
  7. Prepare Chicken: Cut the boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, readying them for seasoning and cooking.
  8. Season Chicken: In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to evenly coat them with spices.
  9. Cook Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the seasoned chicken, and cook for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked and no longer pink, stirring occasionally; then remove from heat.
  10. Prepare Alfredo Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the jar of Alfredo sauce along with the heavy cream to start creating the rich sauce base.
  11. Heat Sauce: Warm the sauce over medium heat while stirring constantly for 5-7 minutes until heated through and slightly thickened for optimal creaminess.
  12. Add Parmesan Cheese: Stir in 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated, making the sauce smooth and creamy.
  13. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the cooked chicken back into the creamy Alfredo sauce and stir thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
  14. Prepare Garlic Bread Base: Place the previously baked garlic bread halves onto a large baking sheet to assemble the full dish.
  15. Top with Chicken Alfredo: Spoon the chicken Alfredo mixture evenly across the surface of both garlic bread halves, covering thoroughly.
  16. Add Mozzarella Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken Alfredo to add a melty topping.
  17. Bake the Assembled Bread: Return the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 5-7 minutes until the mozzarella is melted and bubbly for a perfect finish.
  18. Cool Slightly: Remove from the oven and allow the Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread to cool for a few minutes before slicing, ensuring it sets slightly.
  19. Slice and Serve: Slice the garlic bread into individual servings with a sharp knife and serve immediately to enjoy this indulgent comfort food.

Notes

  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor in the garlic butter.
  • Make sure chicken is fully cooked through to 165°F (74°C) for safety.
  • You can substitute the jarred Alfredo sauce with homemade sauce if preferred.
  • For a crispier bread, broil for the last 1-2 minutes but watch closely to prevent burning.
  • Leftovers can be reheated in an oven or air fryer for best texture retention.
  • Fresh parsley can be substituted with dried parsley if necessary, but adjust quantity accordingly.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread, Garlic Bread, Alfredo Chicken, Comfort Food, Italian Bread, Easy Dinner, Cheesy Bread, Baked Chicken Alfredo

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