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Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread Recipe

Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread is a comforting and shareable meal perfect for any casual occasion. A loaf of bread is hollowed out and filled with a delicious mixture of chicken, bacon, cheese, and ranch dressing. It's then brushed with garlic butter and baked to golden, bubbly perfection, creating a dish that's both soft and crispy in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 (1-pound) loaf of French or Italian bread
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
  • 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup prepared ranch dressing
  • 1/4 cup sliced green onions
  • 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
  • Pinch of salt and black pepper

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • knife
  • Basting brush

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Slice the top third off the bread loaf horizontally. Hollow out the bottom part, leaving a 1-inch border.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, Colby Jack cheese, mozzarella cheese, ranch dressing, and sliced green onions. Mix until evenly combined.
  3. Spoon the chicken bacon ranch mixture into the hollowed-out bread loaf and place it onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, garlic powder, dried parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Brush this garlic butter mixture all over the outside of the stuffed bread loaf and on the cut side of the bread top.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is hot and bubbly and the cheese is completely melted. For the last 2-3 minutes of baking, place the top of the bread on the baking sheet to toast it.
  6. Carefully remove the stuffed bread from the oven. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.

Notes

Use a sturdy, crusty bread like French or Italian to hold the filling. A rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver. Cook bacon until crispy for the best texture. The filling can be prepared up to 24 hours in advance and refrigerated. To reheat leftovers, use an oven or air fryer at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness.