Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread
Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread is a delicious and savory dish combining tender seasoned chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, melted mozzarella, and crisp garlic bread. This recipe features an Italian-style loaf toasted with a flavorful garlic butter spread, topped with a rich homemade Alfredo sauce, juicy chicken bites, and gooey melted cheeses. Perfect as a cozy appetizer or a comforting snack to share.
- Author: lea
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking, Pan-frying, Toasting
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Halal
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 small chicken breasts, cut into ½ inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for chicken)
- 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning (or salt, pepper, garlic powder mix)
Bread and Butter Mixture
- 1 Italian style loaf, sliced lengthwise
- 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic (or garlic paste)
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Alfredo Sauce
- ½ stick unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (additional)
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Prepare and cook chicken: Cut the chicken breasts into ½ inch pieces. Place them in a bowl and drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning or a mixture of salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In a pan over medium heat, cook the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Prepare garlic butter for bread: Slice the Italian loaf lengthwise to create two halves. In a small bowl, mix 1 stick of melted butter with 1 tablespoon minced garlic, 1 tablespoon chopped parsley, and 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined.
- Toast the bread: Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture onto both halves of the bread. Place the bread cut-side up on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 5-10 minutes. Check after 5 minutes and continue toasting until the bread reaches your desired crispiness.
- Make Alfredo sauce: Using the same pan from the chicken, reduce heat to medium-low. Add ½ stick butter and let it melt. Stir in 1 tablespoon minced garlic and cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Reduce heat to low and pour in ½ cup heavy cream. Then add ¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese and 1 tablespoon chopped parsley. Stir continuously and simmer gently for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
- Assemble the bread: Spread half of the Alfredo sauce evenly over the toasted bread halves. Layer the cooked chicken evenly on top, followed by ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Spoon the remaining Alfredo sauce over the top.
- Bake to finish: Return the assembled bread to the oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 5 minutes or until the cheese melts completely and bubbles slightly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, slice the bread into 2-3 inch pieces, and serve warm. Enjoy the rich, garlicky, cheesy chicken Alfredo garlic bread!
Notes
- For spicier flavor, increase crushed red pepper flakes or add fresh chopped jalapeños.
- Heavy cream can be substituted with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it may be less creamy.
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for best flavor and meltability.
- Leftover bread can be stored wrapped in foil and reheated to melt cheese again.
- For a vegetarian option, omit chicken and add sautéed mushrooms or spinach.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the prepared garlic bread
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1.5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread, Garlic Bread with Chicken, Alfredo Bread, Cheesy Garlic Bread, Italian Garlic Bread, Chicken Appetizer, Comfort Food