Chicken Garlic Alfredo Bread Recipe
Description
This Chicken Garlic Alfredo Bread is a mouthwatering twist on garlic bread. It combines creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, seasoned grilled chicken, and melty mozzarella on a crisp, golden baguette or French bread. It’s perfect as an appetizer, party snack, or even a quick dinner when paired with a salad.
Ingredients
For the Alfredo Sauce:
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup whole milk
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the Bread Assembly:
1 large French baguette or Italian loaf
2 tablespoons olive oil, softened
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella chees
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Chicken
Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
Season chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Let rest 5 minutes, then dice or shred.
Step 2: Make Alfredo Sauce
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add minced garlic; cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
Slowly whisk in cream and milk. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3: Prepare Bread Base
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the bread in half lengthwise.
Spread softened butter and garlic powder over the cut sides.
Step 4: Assemble
Spread Alfredo sauce generously over both halves of the bread.
Top with cooked chicken pieces.
Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Step 5: Bake
Place bread halves on a baking sheet.
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Optionally broil for 1–2 minutes for a golden top.
Step 6: Serve
Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped parsley.
Slice and serve hot.
Nutritional Information (per slice, approx. 1/8 of full recipe)
Nutrient Amount
Calories 320 kcal
Protein 20 g
Carbohydrates 18 g
Fat 19 g
Saturated Fat 10 g
Fiber 1 g
Sugar 1 g
Sodium 480 mg
(Note: Nutrition varies based on bread size/type and cheese amounts.)
Q&A Section
Q: Can I use store-bought Alfredo sauce?
A: Yes, to save time you can use jarred Alfredo, but homemade offers a richer flavor.
Q: What type of bread works best?
A: A sturdy French baguette, Italian loaf, or ciabatta works well. Avoid soft sandwich bread—it gets soggy.
Q: Can this be made ahead?
A: You can prep all the components ahead, then assemble and bake just before serving for best texture.
Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
A: Absolutely. Omit the chicken and add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or roasted red peppers.
Q: How do I store and reheat leftovers?
A: Store in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days. Reheat in the ove
n at 350°F until warm and crispy.