Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Bowls
These Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Bowls are a decadent and satisfying meal. Crusty garlic bread bowls are filled with a creamy, cheesy chicken alfredo mixture and baked to perfection. It's a comforting and surprisingly easy dish that's sure to impress.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- serrated knife
- Baking Sheet
- Large bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 large crusty bread bowls sourdough or Italian
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and cubed
- 2 cups alfredo sauce, store-bought or homemade
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped parsley and set aside.
- Using a serrated knife, carefully cut a circle out of the top of each bread bowl, creating a well.
- Brush the inside and outside of the bread bowls with the garlic butter.
- Place the bread bowls on a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until lightly toasted.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, alfredo sauce, parmesan cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine.
- Spoon the chicken alfredo mixture into the toasted bread bowls, filling them to the top.
- Return the filled bread bowls to the oven and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread bowls. You can substitute the chicken with cooked shrimp, sausage, or tofu. For a richer flavor, brown the butter before adding the garlic. Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. To prevent soggy bread bowls, make sure to toast them before filling and don't overfill. Season the alfredo sauce generously with salt and pepper.