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Pesto Chicken Stuffed Bread

Close-up of Pesto Chicken Stuffed Bread, sliced to reveal tender chicken, melted cheese, and vibrant pesto filling.
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This pull-apart bread is a crowd-pleasing appetizer, bursting with savory pesto, tender chicken, and melted cheese. It’s perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf of Italian bread or French baguette
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cut the bread into a grid pattern, about 1 inch apart, without cutting all the way through the bottom crust.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley (if using).
  4. Brush the butter mixture over the cut bread.
  5. In another bowl, combine the shredded chicken, pesto, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese.
  6. Gently stuff the chicken and cheese mixture into the cuts in the bread.
  7. Wrap the bread tightly in aluminum foil.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Unwrap the bread and bake for another 5 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy pulling apart the delicious slices!

Notes

  • You can use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for this recipe.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like sun-dried tomatoes or roasted red peppers to the filling.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the filling.

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