Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Loaf | Easy Pull-Apart Dinner
If you love cheesy garlic bread and creamy chicken, this Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Loaf is the perfect mash-up. A golden loaf of bread is stuffed with juicy shredded chicken, garlic butter, and gooey melted cheese, then baked until bubbly. It’s the ultimate comfort food, ideal for game day, family dinners, or party appetizers that will disappear in minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Chicken Loaf
Cheesy & garlicky – the flavors of garlic bread, amplified with melty cheese.
Hearty filling – packed with seasoned chicken and parmesan.
Easy to make – only a handful of ingredients required.
Crowd-pleaser – serve as a shareable appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients You’ll Need
1 large French bread loaf (or Italian bread)
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt & pepper, to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Bread
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and hollow out slightly to make space for filling. Place on a lined baking sheet.
2. Make the Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Brush generously over both bread halves.
3. Assemble the Filling
In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with half of the mozzarella, cheddar, and Parmesan cheeses.
Season with salt and pepper.
Spoon the mixture evenly into the hollowed-out bread.
4. Add Cheese & Bake
Sprinkle remaining cheeses over the top.
Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden crust.
5. Garnish & Serve
Remove from oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and slice into thick pieces. Serve warm with marinara or ranch for dipping.
Tips & Variations
Spicy kick: Add jalapeños or hot sauce to the chicken mixture.
Creamier version: Mix 1/4 cup cream cheese into the filling.
Different proteins: Swap chicken for shredded turkey, pulled pork, or even crumbled sausage.
Air fryer hack: Cook smaller bread loaves in the air fryer at 350°F for 8–10 minutes.
Party-style: Slice into bite-sized pieces and serve with toothpicks for an easy appetizer.
Perfect for Sharing
This Cheesy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Loaf is everything you want in comfort food: buttery garlic bread, cheesy goodness, and hearty chicken all in one. Whether you serve it as a game-day snack, a cozy weeknight dinner, or a holiday appetizer, it’s guaranteed to impress.
Final Thoughts
Forget plain garlic bread—this loaded chicken loaf takes it to a whole new level. Crispy on the outside, cheesy on the inside, and bursting with garlic-parmesan flavor, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll want to make again and again.