Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread (Printable)

Golden bread with creamy Alfredo, tender chicken, and melted cheeses

# What you need:

→ Bread Base

01 - 1 loaf Italian bread, sliced lengthwise
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic salt

→ Chicken Seasoning

04 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound), cut into 1/2-inch pieces
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
06 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

→ Alfredo Sauce

10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
11 - 1 small yellow onion, diced (about 1/2 cup)
12 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
13 - 2 cups heavy whipping cream
14 - 2 cups Parmesan cheese, finely grated
15 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
16 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
17 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

→ Topping

18 - 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
19 - 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
20 - Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place Italian bread halves cut side up on prepared baking sheet. Spread softened butter evenly over both halves and sprinkle with garlic salt.
03 - Bake bread for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden and crisp. Remove from oven and set aside.
04 - While bread bakes, season chicken pieces with garlic salt, paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper.
05 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F). Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
06 - Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
07 - Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer without boiling. Stir in Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Continue stirring until cheese melts and sauce thickens slightly, about 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
08 - Spread about 3/4 cup of Alfredo sauce over each toasted bread half, reserving about 1/2 cup for serving.
09 - Top bread with cooked chicken, distributing evenly. Sprinkle with mozzarella and white cheddar cheese.
10 - Return bread to the oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. For a golden top, broil for 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely.
11 - Remove from oven and let rest for 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley. Slice and serve warm with reserved Alfredo sauce on the side for dipping.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • The crunch of garlic bread against velvety Alfredo creates the most incredible texture contrast
  • People literally hover around the oven waiting for it to finish
  • It looks impressive but comes together faster than ordering delivery
02 -
  • Do not let the Alfredo sauce come to a rolling boil or it will separate and become grainy
  • Let the bread rest for 2 to 3 minutes after baking or the sauce will slide right off when you slice it
03 -
  • Grate your own Parmesan from a wedge for the smoothest sauce texture
  • Let the chicken rest in the spice blend while you prep other ingredients for deeper flavor
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