Cheesy Chicken and Bacon-Stuffed Bread Loaf

Here’s a crowd-pleasing, cheesy, savory recipe for Cheesy Chicken and Bacon-Stuffed Bread Loaf—perfect for parties, game days, or a hearty dinner!

🥖 Cheesy Chicken and Bacon-Stuffed Bread Loaf

🕒 Total Time: 45 minutes

🍽 Serves: 6–8

🧾 Ingredients:

• 1 large French bread loaf (or Italian loaf)

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped

• 6–8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

• 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/4 cup mayonnaise or sour cream

• 2 green onions, chopped (optional)

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp melted butter

• Optional garnish: chopped parsley

🔪 Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:

   • Set to 375°F (190°C).

2. Prepare the Bread:

   • Slice the top off the bread loaf and hollow out the inside, leaving about 1/2-inch thickness on the bottom and sides to form a shell.

   • Save the removed bread for breadcrumbs or discard.

3. Make the Filling:

   • In a large bowl, mix chicken, bacon, both cheeses, cream cheese, mayo/sour cream, green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

   • Stir until fully combined and creamy.

4. Stuff the Bread:

   • Spoon the filling into the hollowed loaf.

   • Press down gently to pack it in.

5. Top & Bake:

   • Brush the top edges of the bread with melted butter.

   • Wrap the loaf loosely in foil and place on a baking sheet.

   • Bake for 20–25 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 5–10 minutes until the top is bubbly and golden.

6. Cool & Slice:

   • Let sit for 5 minutes before slicing into thick pieces.

   • Garnish with parsley if desired.

🧠 Tips:

• Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep.

• Want extra heat? Add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the mix.

• This also works great as individual stuffed rolls for portioned servings.

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