Chicken Parm Stuffed Garlic Bread (Printable)

Crispy garlic bread filled with chicken marinara and melted cheese for a satisfying Italian-American comfort dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1 cup marinara sauce
03 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
05 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Garlic Bread

06 - 2 large baguettes or 4 small demi-baguettes
07 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Assembly

11 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
13 - Red pepper flakes for garnish, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, mix cooked chicken, marinara sauce, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Set aside.
03 - In a small bowl, blend softened butter, minced garlic, parsley, and salt until fully incorporated.
04 - Slice baguettes lengthwise in half. Carefully hollow out the center of each half, leaving a 1/2-inch border to form boats for filling.
05 - Distribute garlic butter evenly inside each hollowed bread boat.
06 - Spoon chicken marinara mixture into each bread boat, distributing filling evenly across all portions.
07 - Generously layer mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken filling in each boat.
08 - Place stuffed bread on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
09 - Allow bread boats to cool for 5 minutes. Slice into portions and serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes if desired.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Italian-American Classic: Combines the beloved flavors of chicken parmesan with the irresistible crunch of garlic bread.
  • Perfect for Sharing: This recipe yields 4 servings, making it ideal for family dinners or game day snacks.
  • Quick to Prepare: With a total time of just 45 minutes, you can have a gourmet-style meal ready without spending hours in the kitchen.
02 -
  • Bread Choice: Use a sturdy, crusty baguette to ensure it can support the weight of the chicken and sauce without becoming soggy.
  • Cheese Pull: For the best melted cheese consistency, let the bread cool for exactly 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Aromatic Butter: Use freshly minced garlic rather than jarred garlic for the most vibrant flavor in your garlic butter spread.
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