A golden, crusty loaf stuffed with creamy garlic chicken, mozzarella, and Parmesan, baked until melty and crisp. Perfect for serving at gatherings or enjoying as a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 cups cooked shredded chicken
4 tbsp unsalted butter
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
4 oz cream cheese, softened
1½ cups shredded mozzarella
½ cup grated Parmesan
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 large crusty French or Italian loaf
1 tbsp olive oil (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Melt butter, add garlic, and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in parsley.
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In a bowl, mix chicken, cream cheese, 1 cup mozzarella, ¼ cup Parmesan, seasonings, and 1 tbsp garlic butter.
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Slice bread lengthwise and remove some of the inside to make room for filling.
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Fill both halves with chicken mixture, then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
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Close the loaf, brush with garlic butter and olive oil.
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Wrap in foil and bake for 20 minutes.
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Unwrap and bake for another 8–10 minutes until golden.
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Let cool slightly before slicing and serving.