Gooey pull-apart bread stuffed with shredded chicken, melted cheeses, and herbs for sharing or family meals.
# What You'll Need:
→ Bread
01 - 1 large round sourdough loaf (approximately 1 lb)
→ Filling
02 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
03 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
08 - 3 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley or 1 tablespoon dried parsley
09 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
→ Topping
12 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh chopped chives (optional)
# Method:
01 - Set oven temperature to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Using a serrated knife, cut the loaf in a crosshatch pattern into 1-inch cubes, slicing nearly to the base without cutting through.
03 - Combine shredded chicken, mozzarella, cheddar, mayonnaise, minced garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika in a bowl until thoroughly mixed.
04 - Gently separate the bread pieces and evenly distribute the filling mixture into the cuts.
05 - Drizzle melted butter over the stuffed loaf, allowing it to seep into the crevices.
06 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan and chopped chives over the top of the loaf.
07 - Place the loaf on the prepared sheet, cover loosely with foil, and bake for 15 minutes.
08 - Remove the foil and bake uncovered an additional 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
09 - Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving warm; pull apart to enjoy.
