Chicken Bacon Ranch Stuffed Bread

This stuffed bread is bursting with tender chicken, crispy bacon, gooey cheese, and ranch goodness. It’s the ultimate snack, party appetizer, or comforting dinner idea!

 Ingredients:

1 large loaf of French or Italian bread

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced

1 cup cooked, crumbled bacon

1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

1/2 cup ranch dressing

1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional garnish)

2 tbsp melted butter

1 tsp garlic powder

Directions:

1 Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2 Prepare the bread:

Cut the top off the loaf and hollow out the inside, leaving a 1-inch border to hold the filling. Save the removed bread for another use, like breadcrumbs.

3 Make the filling:

In a large bowl, mix chicken, bacon, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and ranch dressing until well combined.

4 Stuff the bread:

Fill the hollowed-out loaf with the chicken mixture, packing it in tightly.

5 Brush and bake:

Mix melted butter with garlic powder and brush over the top edges of the bread. Place the stuffed loaf on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6 Serve:

Let cool for 5 minutes, then slice into thick pieces. Garnish with green onions for a fresh pop of flavor.

Pro Tip: Add diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to the filling for a spicy kick!