Buffalo Chicken Cheesy Garlic Bread

Indulge in the bold and spicy flavors of the classic Buffalo chicken dip paired with the comforting, carb-filled joy of cheesy garlic bread. This appetizer is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for game day snacks or a delicious party treat that packs a flavorful punch.

Ingredients

🍗 Shredded chicken (as desired)
🥬 Celery stalks, chopped (as desired)
🧅 Red onion, chopped (as desired)
🧀 Cream cheese (as desired)
🥄 1/4 cup mayonnaise
🌶️ Buttery Buffalo wing sauce (as desired)
🧄 Garlic powder (as desired)
🥖 1 loaf of French bread
🥚 1 egg
🌿 Dried parsley (as desired)
🧀 Mozzarella cheese (as desired)
🧀 Cheddar cheese (as desired)
🌿 Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1- Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2- Prepare Vegetables:

Chop the celery and red onion into small, fine pieces.

3- Mix Ingredients:

In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped celery, red onion, cream cheese, mayonnaise, buffalo wing sauce, and garlic powder.
Mix until well incorporated.

4- Prepare the Bread:

Cut the French bread loaf lengthwise into two halves.
Remove some of the soft bread from the inside of each half to create a well for the toppings.

5- Garlic Mixture:

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg with dried parsley and garlic powder.

6- Apply Garlic Mixture:

Brush this garlic mixture onto the insides of the French bread halves.

7- Add Chicken Mixture:

Evenly spread the buffalo chicken mixture onto the prepared bread halves.

8- Add Cheese Topping:

Generously sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top of the chicken mixture.

9- Bake the Bread:

Place the bread halves onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.

10- Add Final Touches:
- Remove from the oven and drizzle additional buffalo sauce over the top for an extra kick.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, slice into smaller pieces, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: About 8 servings
Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving
Proteins: 15g
Fats: 20g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Equipment: Baking tray, parchment paper, mixing bowl, whisk, knife, and tablespoon.

Cooking Tips

Removing some of the bread's interior creates space for more filling, ensuring each bite is flavorful.
Watch the bread closely towards the end of baking to prevent burning.

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Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cheesy Garlic Bread