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Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread

Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread is a creamy, cheesy, and savory dish featuring tender shredded chicken, smoky crispy bacon, and a rich ranch dressing blend all packed inside a warm, golden French bread loaf. Perfect as an easy dinner or impressive appetizer, it offers a crispy outside with a gooey, flavorful filling that delights every bite.

Ingredients

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Filling Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
  • 6 slices bacon, crispy and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheese blend (mozzarella and cheddar)
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Bread

  • 1 loaf French bread or baguette (preferably day-old)

Optional for Serving and Garnish

  • Chopped fresh parsley
  • Extra ranch dressing for drizzle
  • Butter or ranch dressing, for brushing edges before baking

Instructions

  1. Prepare the filling: Cook and shred the chicken breast, crisp the bacon until crunchy, then mix both with ranch dressing, shredded cheese, chopped green onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a creamy and flavorful filling.
  2. Hollow out the bread: Slice the top off the French bread and carefully remove most of the inside crumb, creating a hollow shell without breaking the crust to hold the stuffing securely.
  3. Stuff the bread: Generously fill the hollowed bread with the chicken bacon ranch mixture, pressing down slightly to pack it tightly so every bite is flavor-packed.
  4. Bake to perfection: Place the stuffed bread on a baking sheet, optionally brush the edges with butter or ranch to enhance browning, then bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 20-25 minutes until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
  5. Slice and serve: Let the baked stuffed bread cool for a few minutes, then slice into thick pieces and serve warm for the perfect creamy, crispy experience.

Notes

  • Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess and better hold the stuffing.
  • Crisp the bacon well to add texture and rich smoky flavor.
  • Add cheese last when mixing to keep it from melting too early and distribute evenly.
  • Brush the edges of the bread with butter or ranch dressing before baking to get a nicely browned crust.
  • Allow the stuffed bread to rest briefly after baking for neater slicing and less mess.

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Keywords: chicken bacon ranch, stuffed bread, cheesy stuffed bread, appetizer, easy dinner, comfort food, party food

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