Chicken alfredo garlic bread
This recipe combines the rich flavors of creamy Alfredo sauce, tender chicken, and crispy garlic bread. It's a versatile dish suitable as a hearty appetizer or a satisfying main course, perfect for gatherings or a cozy meal at home.
Ingredients
Bread:
- 1 loaf French bread
Garlic Butter Spread:
- ½ cup 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Alfredo Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings:
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional: red pepper flakes additional parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Garlic Bread:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and place it on a baking sheet, cut sides up.
- In a bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Spread this garlic butter mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the bread is lightly toasted.
Cook the Chicken:
- While the bread is toasting, season the chicken with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked.
- Once done, remove from heat, let it rest for a few minutes, then dice into bite-sized pieces.
Prepare the Alfredo Sauce:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Add heavy cream, stirring continuously.
- Mix in grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Continue to stir until the sauce thickens, approximately 5 minutes.
Assemble the Dish:
- Remove the toasted garlic bread from the oven.
- Spread a layer of Alfredo sauce over each half.
- Distribute the diced chicken evenly over the sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of the chicken.
- For added heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired.
Bake:
- Return the assembled bread to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
- Slice into pieces and serve warm.
Notes
- Variations: Feel free to add toppings like sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or crispy bacon bits for extra flavor.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- Shortcut: For a quicker version, use store-bought Alfredo sauce and pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.