Description
Indulge in the irresistible combination of crispy, golden-brown French bread filled with a creamy, spicy buffalo chicken mixture. Each bite offers a delightful crunch followed by a rich, cheesy flavor that dances on your palate, leaving you craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Filling:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- For the Bread:
- 1 large French bread loaf
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing until well mixed.
- Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and hollow out some of the bread from the center to create space for the filling.
- Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly on both halves of the bread.
- Brush the melted butter mixed with garlic powder over the top of the bread.
- Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the bread is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing into pieces.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time; prepare the filling and stuff the bread, then wrap it tightly and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a healthier option, substitute Greek yogurt for cream cheese and use low-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: appetizers
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the loaf)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 10 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 15 grams
- Cholesterol: 50 milligrams
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