Description
Imagine tender, juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch filling nestled inside a golden, crusty bread loaf. This Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread is a flavor-packed snack or meal that combines the smoky, savory goodness of bacon with the creamy, tangy taste of ranch. Perfect for game days, family dinners, or a unique twist on sandwich night, this easy-to-make stuffed bread will have everyone coming back for seconds. The best part? It’s completely customizable with your favorite ingredients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of French or Italian bread (about 12 inches long)
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 4–6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup ranch dressing (plus extra for drizzling, if desired)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the bread: Slice off the top of the bread and hollow out the inside, creating a long bread “boat.” Set aside the top piece to use later if you like.
- Make the filling: In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella, cheddar, and ranch dressing. Season with a little salt and pepper, if desired.
- Stuff the bread: Spoon the chicken mixture into the hollowed-out loaf, pressing it down gently to fit as much filling as possible.
- Add the garlic butter: Mix the melted butter and minced garlic. Brush this mixture along the inside of the bread and over the top crust.
- Bake: Place the stuffed bread on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden and crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and drizzle with extra ranch if desired. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- For best results, use freshly cooked chicken, or try rotisserie chicken for added flavor and convenience.
- Customize to taste: Add jalapeños for a spicy kick, or swap the cheddar for pepper jack cheese.
- Storage: Store leftovers wrapped tightly in foil in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 loaf)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg