Chicken Parm Stuffed Garlic Bread (Printable Version)

Crispy garlic bread stuffed with chicken marinara and melted cheese. Perfect for sharing or a satisfying dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Filling

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1 cup marinara sauce
03 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
05 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Garlic Bread Base

06 - 2 large baguettes or 4 small demi-baguettes
07 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Assembly

11 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - Red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine cooked chicken, marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
03 - Mix softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt in a small bowl until fully combined.
04 - Slice baguettes in half lengthwise. Hollow out the center to create boats, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
05 - Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly inside each bread boat.
06 - Distribute the chicken marinara mixture evenly among the bread boats.
07 - Generously top each stuffed bread with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
08 - Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
09 - Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Transforms ordinary ingredients into something that feels indulgent and special
  • The combination of crispy garlicky bread and tender chicken is incredibly satisfying
02 -
  • Dont hollow out too much bread or the boats might collapse under the weight of the filling
  • Letting them rest for a few minutes after baking makes slicing much cleaner and easier
03 -
  • Use a serrated bread knife to hollow out the bread without tearing the crust
  • If the cheese browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil for the last few minutes
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