Description
A golden loaf filled with shredded buffalo chicken, cream cheese, and melted mozzarella and cheddar, baked until bubbly and crisp, perfect for game day or a cozy snack
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 large French bread loaf
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, softened cream cheese, ranch dressing, mozzarella, and cheddar in a large bowl, mixing until evenly combined and creamy
- Prepare the French bread by slicing it lengthwise and hollowing out some of the center to create space for the filling
- Assemble by spooning the buffalo chicken mixture into the hollowed bread, spreading it evenly along the length of the loaf
- Cook to Perfection by placing the filled bread halves on the prepared baking sheet, brushing the tops with melted butter and sprinkling garlic powder, then bake for 15 to 20 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden
- Finishing Touches remove from the oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and let rest for about 5 minutes so the filling sets slightly
- Serve and Enjoy slice into portions and serve warm with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping
Notes
- For easier mixing, warm the cream cheese slightly so it blends smoothly with the buffalo sauce
- Assemble shortly before baking to keep the bread from becoming soggy
- Leftovers reheat best in a 350°F oven for about 10 minutes to restore the crisp crust
- Use rotisserie chicken to save time and add extra flavor
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/6 loaf)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg